We planted squash in a field next to the high tunnel in order to include it in the demonstration plantings for the Greenhouse and High Tunnel Workshop. Even though it is not in the greenhouse or high tunnel, we wanted to include it. We heard a presentation at the Great Plains Growers Conference where Blue Hubbard squash was planted at the ends of the rows of other summer squash … [Read more...] about Squash planted in field today

We put holes in the mushroom bags today for hopefully the mushrooms to grow out of. We have installed a light in our Shroom Room that is timed to stay on from 6 am to 6 pm. The mushrooms are positively phototrophic and will reach for the lights. Dr. D. K. Lee and Jeremy Shafer from the University of Illinois have advised us on the procedure and will present information on … [Read more...] about Mushroom bags prepared for fruiting today