Overwintering: Crop Selection, Techniques & Practical Tips
Thursday, February 8, 2024 · 10 am–noon
VSU Randolph Farm Pavilion, 4415 River Road, Petersburg, VA 23803
Overwintering is a great tool to have in the Virginia farmer’s toolbox. Many growers have experienced overwintering at least a few crops, such as garlic and spinach. But in the Mid-Atlantic, there are many opportunities for fall plantings that can put food on your market table when harvests are traditionally scant. During this session, Janet Aardema and Dan Gagnon of Broadfork Farm will talk in depth about a few crops for overwintering success, including onions, leeks, strawberries, cabbage, carrots, spinach, and flowers.
For more information, contact Grace Summers at 804-712-0093 or gsummers@vsu.edu.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Small Farm Outreach Program office at smallfarm@vsu.edu or call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.
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