Description
The Southside Fruit School will engage small fruit producers in on-farm demonstrations, formal training, and hands-on activities. Come prepared to walk in the elements and on uneven terrain for a field tour after lunch. The program fee covers materials and lunch. Educational hour opportunity for Master Gardeners/Naturalists.
Topics Covered:
- Fruit Tree Diseases
- IPM and Pest Management Strategies
- Tree Grafting
- Pruning Demonstrations
- Trellising System set up
- Local Farm Tour
Registration Deadline: February 28, 2025
Cost: $30
Payment Method: Credit Card Payment Only
Refund Policy: Refunds are not available for this program
Class: March 7, 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Willoughby Farm, 128 Twin Bridges Road, Green Bay, VA
Notes
If you have any DIETARY RESTRICTIONS or questions about this program, please contact Erin Small at erins96@vt.edu or 434-392-0300.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact Erin Small at (434) 392-0300 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event.
*TDD number is (800) 828-1120.
Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments. Its programs and employment are open to all, regardless of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or any other basis protected by law.