The young pear trees were pruned and trained today to help them develop the proper scaffolding. Photos to be posted later. … [Read more...] about Pruning and Training Young Pear Trees
On November 1st, Ningxia University Wine Marketing students and Faculty visited the Fruit Station for a tour. It was a cold day, but the sun was shinning and everyone seemed to enjoy learning about the Fruit Station and how we grow grapes and process our wines. Jennifer gave an overview of the Fruit Station and Marilyn discussed the Fruit Station's accredited tree Arboretum. … [Read more...] about Ningxia University Students and Faculty Tour the Fruit Station
Instructor Cheri Hamilton and the Plant Science Lab class visited the Fruit Station today for a tour. The group met faculty and staff, toured the mushroom room, the tree arboretum, high tunnel, research field, and winery-distillery. We had a fun group and packed a lot into the afternoon. Photos to follow... … [Read more...] about MSU Plant Science Lab Students Tour The Fruit Station
The gourds that were planted at the beginning of July are growing well. Cultivars planted include: Tennessee Dancing Gourd, Birdhouse Gourd, Big Apple Gourd, Mayo Bule Gourd, Bushel Basket Gourd, and Zucca Giant Gourd. Blue Hubbard Squash was planted at the ends of each row as a trap crop. All gourd and squash seeds were purchased at Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds. Drip … [Read more...] about Gourd Update
The gourds were planted in the field today. Panels were installed for the smaller gourds to grow over and the larger gourds were planted in the ground. Blue Hubbard Squash was planted at the end of each row as a trap crop. The varieties planted are: Tennessee Dancing, Bird House, Big Apple, Mayo Bule, Zucca and Bushel Basket. Seeds were purchased at Baker Creek Heirloom Seed … [Read more...] about Gourds Planted