kate janeway

I’ll be honest, most effective tree care seems to happen at the tip of sprayer- even in organic orchards, and I find it kind of an impersonal way to look after trees. There are some years when I’m too busy or I don’t prioritize spraying because I don't want to accidentally get fish juice in my hair, which somehow seems inevitable...and then a couple months down the line, in casual conversation someone will always end up casually dropping a phrase like “oh, I thought your trees looked better...

Learn how to use the iodine starch test to find out when your storage apples are ready to eat.

As the vibrant colors of fall transform the landscape, and we are busy harvesting the literal fruits of our labour this year, its crucial to remember to add fall tree cares steps to your orchard calendar. This program helps prepare trees for winter, sets the stage for reduced pests and disease load next year, and creates the foundation for a bountiful harvest in spring. As organic farmers we can't leave any tool underused in our quests for healthy trees and good fruit, especially when they...