This program will teach participants to get started growing strawberries and blueberries on a small scale for profit. Attendees will learn about site selection, variety selection and best practices for planting and care. This program is designed for growers new to berry production and those interested in high tunnel systems as a possible production practice.
For more information, contact Garry Banks at (804) 760-3615 or gbanks@vsu.edu.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.