Small Fruits Production Workshop

(Updated: Jan. 17, 2023, 4:45 a.m.)
Join Yadkin County N.C. Cooperative Extension in learning about the production of blueberries and blackberries. During this in-person workshop you will gain knowledge on production of small fruits focusing on blueberries and blackberries. A hands-on demonstration will be given on pruning blueberries. Please register on-line at Small Fruits Production Workshop


February 07, 2023  from 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm


Location: Dynamis Estate Wines


1004 Highland Road


Jonesville, NC 28642


Agenda:

1:00pm-1:05pm - Registration

1:05pm-1:10pm - Background of Highland Orchard/Dynamis Estate Wines: Joseph Geller, Farm Manager

1:10pm-2:10pm - Presentation on Production of Blueberries & Blackberries: Kellee Payne, Extension Agent, Horticulture, North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Yadkin County Center

2:10pm-3:00pm - Hands-On Blueberry Pruning Demonstration: Bill Cline, Small Fruit Extension Specialist, North Carolina State University

3:00pm-3:20pm - Blackberry Demonstration: Craig Mauney, Area Specialized Agent, Commercial Fruit and Vegetable Production, North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Western Region

3:20pm-3:30pm - Closing Remarks/Evaluations

North Carolina Pesticide Credits Pending