Shows the hours of daylight received during the year for an observer at a given latitude. This is an important factor contributing to the seasons.
Introduction This low-cost, 30’ long by 18’ wide PVC high tunnel is constructed using PVC pipe for hoops. The materials cost roughly $500 (including shade cloth for summer production) and we didn’t shop for the best buy on materials and lumber. A slight disadvantage of the design is that curvature of the hoops may allow…
How to build a high tunnel! We put up this hoop house/high tunnel in one day with 5 people, here’s how. Time lapse photography and some fun music show the basics.
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CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD COVER CROP CHART The Cover Crop Chart (v. 2.1) is designed to assist producers with decisions on the use of cover crops in crop and forage production systems. The chart, patterned after the periodic table of elements, includes information on 58 crop species that may be planted individually or in cocktail…
Adding a new program to your inventory? Smaller, often-temporary structures can provide the protection of a greenhouse to help jump-start a new line of ornamentals or edibles.
From low covers to high tunnels, from hoop houses to greenhouses – producers are finding ever more innovative ways to extend the growing season, and their income stream. Below is the topic room of resources provided by SARE. Season Extension: An Overview Don’t know a hoop house from a greenhouse? Learn the basic ABCs of…