June Produce Field Meeting
Event Details
Date
June 5, 2024
Time
6:00pm to 8:00pm
Location
Abner Zook's Farm
311 R Dillenbeck Rd
Fort Plain, NY 13339
Host
Eastern New York Commercial HorticultureJune Produce Field Meeting
Where: Abner Zook's farm: 311 R Dillenbeck Rd, Fort Plain, NY 13339
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
6:00: Greenhouse tour and discussion of IPM techniques for the greenhouse, including use of beneficials and how water quality impacts plant health
7:00: Field tour and discussion of IPM strategies for tomatoes, cole crops, and cucurbits with an emphasis on preventative strategies: environmental controls, nettings, plant health and variety selection. Followed by discussion of emerging pests, current pesticide recommendations, and potential trends for this year.
Meeting is free and open to the public. 2 DEC Credits in categories 1a and 23 are available

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