Scheduling Fall and Winter Vegetable Production in High Tunnels

Project Type: Partnership
Funds awarded in 2015: $29,994.00
Projected End Date: 04/30/2018
Grant Recipient: Purdue University
Region: North Central
State: Indiana
Project Coordinator:
Elizabeth Maynard
Purdue University
Description:
This publication provides abundant, detailed guidance on scheduling vegetable crops for winter high tunnel production. It includes a fillable scheduling form, a planting date scheduling guide, two scenarios with revenue projections, and charts and figures covering six crops. It aims to help farmers improve quality and yield and help them better match production and market demand. The authors are from Purdue University, Purdue Extension and Central State (Ohio) University
Type:
Bulletin
Authors:
Elizabeth Maynard, Purdue University; Dana Hilfinger, Central State University; Michael O'Donnell, Purdue University
Target audiences:
Farmers/Ranchers; Educators
Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture or SARE.