Country Folks Grower

09/09/2025

Be on high alert for Hosta Virus X

Hostas are a staple in shade gardens and nurseries, known for their lush foliage and vibrant variegation. These perennials are loved by landscape professionals and home gardeners alike. But one virus continues to cause concern among growers: Hosta Virus X, aka HVX.
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09/08/2025

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09/07/2025

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09/06/2025

UConn Extension will be starting its Fall 2025 Ornamental and Turf Short Course soon. Find more information at the link.

The O&T course is an in-depth review of the information necessary to study for and pass the Ornamental and Turf/Golf Course Superintendents State of CT Supervisory Pesticide Applicator Certification exam.   

09/06/2025

No matter what sector of commercial horticulture you and your business are involved in, continuing education is always important to stay ahead of the game. Let us promote your educational opportunities in our monthly calendars: webinars, workshops, certifications - we want to promote it all! Contact us today for more information!

09/05/2025

Are you seeking proven performers for the season ahead? Check out Part 1 of Michigan State Extension's series highlighting top picks from the 2025 Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites:

Are you seeking proven performers for the season ahead? Check out Part 1 of our series highlighting top picks from the 2025 Michigan Garden Plant Tour trial sites.

09/05/2025

GreenStar Farm Markets is a distributor of high-quality, unique food products to farm markets and country stores!

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09/04/2025

Roundhill Orchard preps for peaches

Kate Miller Carl was serving customers Roundhill Orchard’s summer bounty of raspberries and blueberries on the last day of Western Massachusetts’ latest three-day heat wave.
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09/03/2025

Figuring out the flame weeding fix

Several years ago, Daren and Holly Koeppe decided to reduce the use of pesticides and commercial fertilizers on the farm and concentrate on building soil health. They’re currently in the process of transitioning Koeppe Family Fields LLC to organic production.
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09/03/2025

Walden Mutual Bank was built to support farms and the businesses that sustain them. Offering loans for equipment, land and working capital, as well as checking, savings and CD accounts, they’re committed making positive and lasting change in our local food ecosystem. Learn more at www.waldenmutual.com.

09/03/2025

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