Commercial Apple Growers Workshop

Tuesday Jan. 28, 2025

Wilson’s Orchard and Farm
3201 15th Ave | Cumming, IA 50061

Focused on commercial-scale apple production, this workshop will explore keys to successful and sustainable apple production in the Midwest. Hear from regional experts and fellow growers on apple production, connect with other growers and take part in a pruning workshop. Lunch featuring local foods will be provided with time for networking.

Workshop Agenda

8 a.m.	Registration	Coffee + pastries
8:30 a.m.	Welcome + Introductions
9:15 a.m.	“Irrigation, IPM, Paint and More: Tactics for Greater Resilience in Iowa Apple Orchards”	Presenter: Olivia Meyer
10:45 a.m.	Break
11 a.m.	Apple Grower Roundtable
Noon	Lunch
1 p.m.	“Taking Root in a Second Location”	Presenter: Paul Rasch
2:15p.m.	Break
2:30 p.m.	Training and Pruning High-Density Systems*	Presenters: Olivia Meyer and Paul Rasch
3:50 p.m.	Evaluations
4 p.m.	Close

*Portions will take place outdoors. Dress for the weather.

Materials From 2024 Workshop

PFI Commercial Apple Growers Workshop Presentation

PFI Commercial Apple Growers Workshop Resources

Questions?

Email Jacqueline Venner Senske at jacqueline.venner.senske(at)practicalfarmers(dot)org or call our office at (515) 232-5661.