Soil Health Test Kit
If you would like to get better acquainted with your soil you can do some simple tests at home to gain insight into soil structure and biological properties. See the Soil Health Toolkit for directions on how to do 4 soil health tests and then use the Soil Health Report Card to record the data…
Read MoreGrowing Premium Minnesota Asparagus
This webinar is part of SFA’s Growing and Marketing Minnesota Asparagus Project, in partnership with the University of Minnesota Extension.
Read MoreDirt Rich Episode 47: Four DIY Soil Health Tests
Sarah Lindblom returns to Dirt Rich today to share four soil health tests that you can do at home to gain insight on the soil’s physical, chemical, and biological function. These tests can be valuable to gardeners and farmers at any scale, and can be done using simple materials from your recycling bin: Infiltration test…
Read MoreGrowing Asparagus in Minnesota
This highly detailed manual discusses all aspects of asparagus production and includes photos, charts and sections on topics like choosing a site, nutrient management, pest control, post-harvest management and much more. Download the PDF of this handbook.
Read MoreDirt Rich Episode 13: Planting Minnesota Garlic
Jerry Ford and Sunny Ruthchild are longtime friends in Minnesota garlic and organic farming. Sunny runs Merryweather Gardens near Walnut Grove, raising garlic, poultry, vegetables, and pigs who are happy to be the clean-up crew for her orchard. Jerry raises replacement dairy heifers, grass-fed beef, and garlic with his family at Living Song Farm near…
Read MoreSoil Health Testing
Sarah Lindblom of Sustainable Farming Association and Solar Fresh Produce demonstrates four tests that you can implement on your farm, yard, or garden to measure soil health: Infiltration Test Slake Test Earthworm Test pH Test See each of these soil health tests demonstrated by Sarah in this video created by Mitch Kezar of Kezar Media.
Read MoreGarlic and Soil Class
A session on soil preparation and requirements with Dr. Carl Rosen, Head of the Department of Department of Soil, Water, and Climate at the University of Minnesota, and Tom Coffman, Coffman Garlic & Apples. Originally presented for the beginning growers in our Mentor Program.
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