Join us as  we share tips and tricks to keep your business thriving all year round. In this episode, we're going to talk about how to retain your customers during the slow season and keep them engaged with your brand. We'll also share some examples of successful off-season marketing campaigns from other seasonal businesses. If you want to learn more, check out this website for some great webinars on off-season retention: https://www.uky.edu/ccd/fallwebinars/Offseason_Retention. Stay tuned and let's get started!

Offseason Marketing and Customer Retention

Wholesale, Institutional, and Multi-farmer Marketing

Center For Crop Diversification Value Added Resources

Publication:  What to Think About Before You Plant

Kentucky Farm to School Network

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Winter is coming!  In this episode, we'll share some tips and tricks on how to prepare your garden and landscapes for the cold season.  Whether you have a vegetable garden, a flower bed, or a lawn, we'll help you winterize it with  confidence. Tune in and learn how to make your garden and landscape winter-ready!

Fall Garden Tasks

Winterizing Your Garden Tools

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Today we have a special episode for you. In honor of October being the spooky season, we're going to dive into some of the most intriguing plant folklore, superstitions, and other spooky topics that have shaped our relationship with plants and nature. From the deadly nightshade to mandrake root, we'll uncover the myths and legends behind these plants and how they influenced history, and culture. So grab your pumpkin spice latte and join us for this eerie episode of Hort Culture.

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In this episode of Hort Culture, we'll talk about why planting trees, shrubs and bulbs in the fall  is a smart move. We'll also share some tips on how to choose the right plants, prepare the soil and care for your new additions. Tune in and learn how to make your garden more beautiful and resilient with fall planting.

Article:  Fall is for Planting!

Publication:  SPRING FLOWERING BULBS FOR KENTUCKY GARDENS

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In this episode, we'll talk about how to grow garlic in your own garden. You'll learn about the best time to plant, the benefits of mulching, and how to harvest and store your garlic bulbs. Tune in and get ready to spice up your garden with this easy and rewarding crop.

Consider Planting Garlic for the Kentucky Garden

Garlic and Elephant Garlic

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As we settle into fall, you may have visions of apple cider, pumpkin patches, and corn mazes dancing in your head. While we all enjoy this kind of on-farm experience, we’re joined by Emily Spencer from the University of Kentucky Center for Crop Diversification to talk about some alternative approaches to Agritourism that fall outside the traditional approaches.  In addition to this discussion of “Agritouism 2.0” we talk about how we’re having fun this fall, how we think about on-farm experiences as a marketing approach vs. a pure revenue generator, and “weed speed dating.” 

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If you want to grow healthy plants, you need to know what's in your soil. That's why taking a soil test is one of the best things you can do for your garden and fields. In this episode, we'll discuss how to take a soil test sample and submit it through your local Extension office  for analysis. You'll learn what kind of information you'll get from the test results, and how to use it to improve your soil and your plants. 

• Taking Soil Test Samples
• Taking Soil Samples for Horticulture Crops
• Soil Testing Through the University of Kentucky Extension Service

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If you're looking for a way to save water, money, help your plants grow, you might want to consider installing a rain barrel in your backyard. A rain barrel is a simple device that collects and stores rainwater from your roof, which you can use for watering your plants.  In this podcast episode, we'll talk about the benefits of rain barrels, how to choose the right one for your needs, and how to set it up and maintain it.  So grab your umbrella and join us as we dive into the world of rain barrels!

Building a Rain Barrel

Homeowner’s Guide to Rainwater Harvesting: Rain Barrels and Beyond

Rain Barrel Tips

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In this episode, we will be taking a closer look at options to help you extend your growing season both in the fall and in the spring.  Whether you're growing flowers, vegetables, herbs, or fruits, you'll want to know how to protect them from frost, pests, and diseases. We'll share some information on using  season extenders  such ground covers and low tunnels to create a cozy microclimate for your plants, and how to choose the best materials and methods for your garden and fields. 

High Tunnel Overview

Greenhouses, High Tunnels, & Low Tunnels

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Join  the Hort Culture regulars  (Alexis, Brett, Josh and Ray) as they talk about fall cover crops for your gardens and fields.  Thanks for listening!

Cover Crop Calculator

Cover Crops for Kentucky Gardens and Fields

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