Mar 23, 2020

West Virginia Blueberry Field Walk goes online March 26

Through this Facebook Live program at 4 p.m. March 26, speciality crop Extension specialist  Reza Rafie will walk us through VSU’s Randolph Farm blueberry fields, where a collection of 39 different cultivars are under study. All are different in terms of productivity, time of maturity, plant structure, fruit size, bush size, vigor, etc. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about these cultivars, ask Rafie questions in real time and decide which ones may be suitable for you.

YOU DO NOT NEED TO HAVE A FACEBOOK ACCOUNT TO PARTICIPATE. Participants can type in their questions though Facebook Live, which Dr. Rafie will answer throughout the program. Afterwards, a recorded version of the program and supporting documentation will be available on his webpage.

Blueberry is the fastest growing berry crop in many states including North Carolina, Georgia and Florida. Market demand for blueberry continues to grow, and profit potential for growing locally grown blueberry is considerable. One major issue for blueberry growers is the planting of the new blueberry cultivars (varieties) that are becoming available with superior fruit size, taste, color, and pest and disease tolerance.

THIS FIELD DAY IS FREE. NO REGISTRATION IS NEEDED.  

CLICK HERE THURSDAY AT 4 P.M. TO PARTICIPATE

(Yes, it’s that easy!)

For more information, or if you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, contact Mark Klingman from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at (804) 524-5493 / TDD (800) 828-1120 or [email protected] 48 hours before the start of the program. A recorded version of the program with close captioning will be available on Rafie’s webpage by the end of the following week,