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Another Successful Fruit and Vegetable Field Day

The 2018 Fruit and Vegetable Field Day attracted close to 135 people and was well received.  The event served as a great platform for grower questions, discussions, and networking opportunities.  There were many research projects that were highlighted in addition to equipment demonstrations.  Thanks to Nick Howell and his crew at the Horticulture Station, farm…


Alum of the Month: Christina Riessen, Perennial Production Person at Bachman’s Inc.

Christina Riessen graduated in Horticulture and Agriculture & Life Sciences Education (teacher certification option) in December 2014.  Christina is from Schleswig, Iowa. Christina’s major job responsibilities are assisting the perennial production manager in overseeing a crew to ship, plant and maintain container perennials.  When the department is at a low point, she aids with greenhouse,…