Plastic-Laying Demonstration
Thursday, August 22, 2024 · 9 am–noon
Creekmore’s Place at Indian River, Virginia Beach, VA
For over half a century, farmers have used plasticulture for increased crop yields, soil moisture retention, improved weed control, and to lengthen the growing season without using a greenhouse. This workshop will teach you the basics of plastic-laying equipment, various irrigation and plastic products available to the industry, and the unique method of planting developed by Creekmore’s Place called “2-10-T.” There will be a short farm tour, followed by a plastic-laying demonstration. Afterwards there will be a short beekeeping talk and a honey, jelly and jam tasting.
For more information, contact Ben Dukes at 804-731-7916, or email bdukes@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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