Extension
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| 1051 - Horticulture, Commercial | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1051.1) | 20 |
Number of growers who gained knowledge in commercial horticulture including: improved pest and disease management, improved soil management, how to interpret a soil test and apply fertilizer accordingly, recommended crop varieties, improved crop management such as trellising, pruning, harvesting, timing of operations, etc. |
| 1051.3) | 20 |
Number of farmers and farmer market vendors who gained knowledge on crop diversification |
| 1051.4) | 5 |
Number of growers who adopted techniques that extended the growing season |
| 1051.5) | 20 |
Number for growers who diversified crop production |
| 1051.11) | 1 |
Number of growers who conducted foliar tissue testing |
| 1051.12) | 20 |
Number of growers who implemented irrigation systems |
| 1051.14) | 10 |
Number of growers who planned and practiced crop rotation |
Author: Robert Smith
Major Program: Horticulture, Commercial
In the early part of the century, Nelson County was enjoying a resurgence of interest and expansion in the grape and wine industry. Nelson County Extension was heavily involved in helping educate interested individuals in the process of growing grapes for the wine market. We addressed the many pitfalls of growing grapes including how to avoid growing what couldn’t be successfully grown. As we moved through the process of planting and planning, it became apparent the winemakers
