PERHAM, MN – Her voice resonates excitement talking about her life on the farm in the “Land of 10,000 Lakes.” A sixth-generation farmer from Ohio, Kris Huebsch had no idea attending Montana State University would lead to her finding her soulmate, Cordell Huebsch. Cordell graduated before Kris and re...

When he was a kid, Ben Sage would often admire the undeveloped property adjacent to Sage’s Apples , his family orchard and farm. Sage’s Apples is in Chardon, Ohio, often called the snowiest town in the state. It’s about 35 miles northeast of Cleveland. Even though the property was hilly, he always e...

A relatively new strawberry disease has made its way out of Florida and is spreading throughout the South and Northeast. “ Neopestalotiopsis is the name of the disease and the pathogen,” said Nicole Gauthier, Ph.D., Extension plant pathologist, University of Kentucky. “Most people call it Neopest. I...

Michigan State University Extension Specialist Bert Cregg, Ph.D., said for most Christmas tree growers in the Midwest and Northeast, every new tree begins in a seedling bed. Cregg recently presented information on options to ensure seedlings have the best possible start. “It begins with ‘2-0s’, plan...

“Media coverage can bring significant attention and credibility to your farm, but it requires understanding what makes a story interesting, how to pitch it and how to maintain positive relationships with journalists,” said Molly McManus, agritourism and marketing coordinator at CCE Broome in New Yor...

A high tunnel can create an ideal environment for plants to grow, but it can also allow unwanted pests to thrive. Research Assistant Professor at the University of Vermont Cheryl Frank Sullivan explained how many of these pests can create a “total visual food quality issue” and must be managed right...

Growers left glowing, figuratively and literally, after Dr. Abhay Thosar’s illuminating presentation at the most recent Cultivate conference . The seminar, “Horticulture LEDs: A New Era of Adaptability, Flexibility & Sustainability,” offered a deep dive into the dazzling world of dynamic LEDs, a nex...

When you think of a turbine, you probably image something massive. Turbines are rotary mechanical devices that extract energy from a fluid flow (like wind, water, steam or gas) to convert into electricity or mechanical power for things like vehicles and industrial machinery. They’re critical devices...

A strong farm lease isn’t just a formality, it’s the foundation of a flourishing farming partnership. Whether you’re an experienced operator or a first-time farmer, a well-crafted lease prevents confusion and helps both parties stay on track. Here’s how to create a crystal-clear, ironclad lease that...