An apple growing workshop with Dr. Cindy Hale of the National Resources Research Institute (NRRI) will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 2 at the Cook County Community Center.
Dr. Hale and her family operate a small, organic, integrated tree fruit, poultry and hog farm. She is also spearheading the Heritage Orchard restoration efforts at the University of Minnesota-Duluth field experimental station.
Topics covered include intensive apple growing systems for dwarf apple trees and integrated pest management. Participants will also pot newly grafted apple trees.
There is a $10 fee to attend. Pre-register by calling the Extension office at (21) 387-3015.
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