Farming 101: Beginning Farmers Classes
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Posted by: Tstokes
Date: Apr 26 2017 12:21 PM
HOUSTON COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE 6:00 TO 8:00 P.M.
Speakers and Topics:
- April 25 Basic Soils - Management and Improvement: Brandon Dillard, Regional Extension Agent, Agronomic Crops
- May 2 Farm Management and Financial Planning: Jessica Kelton, Regional Extension Agent, Farm and Agribusiness Management
- May 9 Small Scale Vegetable Production: Dr. Wheeler Foshee, Dwight and Ruth Bond Endowed Professor, Auburn University
- May 16 Row Crop Production: William Birdsong, Extension Specialist, Agronomic Crops
- May 23 Overview of Major Vegetable Insect Pests and Management Options for Market Gardens and Small Farms: Dr. Ayanava, IPM Extension Specialist, Auburn University
- June 6 Protected Production-Getting Started with Your High Tunnel: Dr. Joe Kemble, Extension Specialist Professor, Auburn University
- June 13 Marketing and Value Added Products-Baked Goods, Jams/Jellies and other Preserved Products: Kevin Burkett, Regional Extension Agent, Farm and Agribusiness Management; Bridgette Brannon, Regional Extension Agent, Food Safety and Quality
- June 20 Small Fruit Production - Strawberries, Blueberries, Blackberries and Grapes: Neil Kelly, Regional Extension Agent, Commercial Horticulture
- June 27 Beekeeping: Phillip Carter, Regional Extension Agent, Forestry Wildlife and Natural Resource Management
Each week will feature a special guest to speak on their personal experience as a farmer in the Wiregrass
Pre-Registration Required. Cost per class is $10 or entire course for $50. For more information, contact the Houston County Extension Office at (334) 794-4108.
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