The factsheet, published by the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, presents a timeline of the most important diseases affecting field-grown pepper crops and outlines a detailed example spray schedule tailored for certified organic production systems.

This factsheet, published by the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, presents a disease timeline for key pathogens affecting field-grown summer squash and zucchini, and outlines an example organic spray schedule. It emphasizes applying treatments preventively and integrating cultural practices with fungicide and bactericide use.

The factsheet, published by the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, presents a timeline of the key diseases that affect field-grown tomatoes and provides a sample spray-schedule tailored for certified organic production systems. It highlights preventive application of approved compounds and emphasizes the importance of integrating cultural practices to manage disease and sustain yields.

This factsheet, published by the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, provides an organic commercial spray schedule for field production of melons, detailing the timing of major diseases and example organic-approved fungicides/bactericides. It emphasizes the importance of applying treatments before disease onset and offers a framework for growers to develop preventative programs in certified organic systems.

This factsheet, published by the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, presents a comprehensive timeline of the major diseases that can affect field-grown winter squash and provides a sample organic-certified spray schedule designed to be both proactive and preventive.

This guidebook, published by Iowa State University, presents the practical findings of a three-year project focused on the use of mesotunnels to manage insect pests and diseases in organic cucurbit production. It covers how to construct and maintain mesotunnels, integrate them into insect/disease scouting and weed-management regimes, and ensure effective pollination when using these physical barriers.

This report, published by University of Minnesota Extension, benchmarks the financial performance of certified organic, partially organic and transitioning farms in Minnesota and Wisconsin from 2020 to 2022, covering whole-farm profitability, liquidity, solvency, operator/labor characteristics and enterprise-level data.

This factsheet offers targeted guidance on certified organic bramble production in Kentucky. It details essential topics including cultivar selection, site preparation, trellising and irrigation strategies, fertility management using approved inputs, and IPM. It also explores labor requirements, startup costs, and market opportunities.

This factsheet provides practical guidance on the cultivation of certified organic blueberries in Kentucky. It covers critical aspects of organic blueberry production, including site selection and soil requirements, organic fertility and pest management strategies, variety selection, and harvesting practices. It also includes economic considerations and marketing insights.

This publication is designed to inform farmers, agricultural professionals, and stakeholders about the opportunities and challenges of growing certified organic corn in Kentucky.

Check out this essential guide for those who are considering certified organic asparagus cultivation. It provides insights into selecting sites, preparing soil, implementing organic fertility and pest-management strategies, and handling both harvest and post-harvest processes, in addition to offering practical commentary on labor needs, certification procedures, startup costs, and potential market channels for organic asparagus production.

This factsheet is intended to guide growers in the production of certified organic lettuce and leafy greens. Explore topics like variety selection, seasonal planting strategies, nutrient management, pest and disease control, harvesting practice, and economic considerations.