Join the Alabama Cooperative Extension System at Alabama A&M University for a free hands-on workshop focused on elderberry production. This interactive event will cover practical strategies for establishing and maintaining healthy elderberry crops, including planting, pruning, soil health, and sustainable production practices designed to improve yield and fruit quality.
Topics Include:
- Elderberry establishment and production basics
- Soil health and crop maintenance
- Pruning and seasonal management
- Identifying common pests and diseases
- Sustainable IPM strategies for soft fruit crops
- Research updates on parasitoid wasps and spotted wing drosophila (SWD) control
- Field demonstrations and grower discussions
Questions: Contact Dr. Clement Akotsen-Mensah at (256) 924-0457 or clement.akotsenm@aamu.edu.