Upper Midwest CRAFT Apple Orchard Field Day
July 14, 2020, Belmont, WI
Upper Midwest CRAFT Apple Orchard Field Day
Date/Time: Tuesday, July 14th 3pm-5pm
Location: Two Onion Farm, Belmont, WI
Cost: Free for CRAFT Members. Non-Members: $25
Registration Required. Space is LIMITED. Register today at http://estore.learngrowconnect.org/Workshops/#category=370&tag=All
Chris and Juli McGuire have farmed at Two Onion Farm since 2003. Currently they raise two acres of organic apples for sale through a CSA program and to grocery stores. During the field day we will:
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Tour the orchard of dwarf trees and half acre planting of currants & gooseberries established in spring 2020
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Discuss varieties, pest control, and growing methods
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Receive updates on on-farm research projects:
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organic control of Canada thistle
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growing apples inside high tunnels.
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Discuss the farm's transition from organic vegetable production to fruit growing.
COVID 19 Safety Precautions:
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Pre-registration required. Unregistered participants will not be allowed to participate
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All non-family participants will remain a minimum of 6 feet apart
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Registration will be limited to ensure physical distancing
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Proper face masks are required and must cover mouth and nose
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Youth must be able to maintain 6 ft distance from non family members and keep their mask on for the duration of session
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Adhere to any federal, state, and/or local health & safety guidelines
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Any other precautions outlined by the Host Farm (this will be communicated via email PRIOR to the Field Day)
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Due to health concerns, there WILL NOT be a potluck.
Questions? Email goli@learngrowconnect.org or call (608)313-4056
http://estore.learngrowconnect.org/home/Adult-Workshops/Season-Extension_3.html
