Strategic Crop Planning and Variety Selection For High Tunnels

Date:

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Time: 

6:00pm – 8:00pm

Location:

Online  Zoom ET time

Cost:

Free

Related Program(s):

Are you ready to take your high tunnel production to the next level? Join us for an in-depth workshop designed for high tunnel growers who are looking to refine their planning strategies, increase their profitability, and manage production risks more effectively.

What You’ll Learn:
• Master Variety Selection: Explore research-backed recommendations and seed suggestions tailored for high tunnel success.
• Plan with Precision: Discover how to time your plantings for optimal fall and winter/spring harvests.
• Leverage Powerful Tools: Learn how to use high tunnel crop planning resources, like those available from Johnny’s Selected Seeds, to enhance your planning process.

This workshop is perfect for farmers who already have experience with high tunnels and want to sharpen their skills and boost their yields.

Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your knowledge and grow your farm’s success!


About the Presenter:

Emma Golonka, Commercial Grower Representative at Johnny's Selected Seeds. Emma grew up farming in Western Massachusetts and graduated from UMass Amherst with a degree in Plant, Soil, and Insect Sciences, with a concentration in sustainable horticulture. She most recently managed her family's diversified produce farm. As a farmer and member of the agricultural community, Emma understands the small details involved in selecting the right varieties, and how individualized that process and its outcome can be to different growers. She enjoys trialing new selections and assessing their use in varied settings. Emma is currently Johnny's Selected Seeds - Territory Sales Representative for New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Vermont, and Connecticut.
 


Funding Aknowledgement

This material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.