Welcome to Hort Culture, the podcast where we dig into the science and art of growing plants. Today we're going to dive into some common garden myths. Tune in and learn how to grow your garden smarter, not harder.

Horticultural Myths-Washington State University

Some Garden Myths and What Science Has To Say

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In this episode, we'll talk about all the possible ecosystem services that can be provided by landscape plants. What are ecosystem services? How do they benefit us and our local communities? And how can we design and maintain landscapes that provide them? Tune in and discover how landscapes can enhance your living spaces!

Ecosystem Services of Landscape Plants Publication

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Join us on this episode of Hort Culture as we talk about the many reasons we have for growing plants other than for money. Plants are more than just a source of income for many people. They can also provide food, exercise, beauty, comfort, and even companionship. In this episode, you’ll hear from your podcast regulars as we share stories and insights on how plants enrich our lives in different ways. So, grab your headphones and join us as we dive into the wonderful world of plants.

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Welcome to another episode of Hort Culture, the podcast where we talk about all things green and growing. In this episode, we're going to discuss summer insect IPM, or integrated pest management, which is a way of controlling pests using a combination of methods and techniques.  We'll learn about the different types of pests and how to manage them using cultural, biological, mechanical, and chemical methods. And we have a special guest joining us today: Dr. Jonathan Larson, an assistant professor and extension entomologist at the University of Kentucky.  So tune in and get ready to learn more about summer insect IPM on Hort Culture!

Kentucky IPM Manuals

Kentucky IPM Picture Sheets

IPM Video Gallery

Kentucky Pest News

Arthro-Pod

Kentucky Bugs on Facebook

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In this episode of Hort Culture, we'll talk about summer cover crops and how they can benefit your plantings. Cover crops are plants that you grow in between your main crops to improve the soil, suppress weeds, and attract beneficial insects. Some examples of summer cover crops are buckwheat, cowpea, sunflower, and sorghum. We'll discuss how to choose the right cover crop for your situation and soil type, and how to incorporate them into your garden plan. Tune in to learn more!

Cover Crop Calculator

Midwest Cover Crops Field Scout Mobile App

S.A.R.E Cover Crop Resources

Managing Cover Crops in High Tunnels

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Crop rotation is a practice that involves changing the type of plants grown in a specific area each season or year. This can help prevent soil depletion, pest build up, and disease outbreak, as well as improve soil fertility and crop yield. In this episode, we'll explain the benefits of crop rotation, how to plan your rotation scheme, and some examples of crops that work well together in different rotations. Whether you have a larger production field or a small raised bed garden, crop rotation can make a big difference in your horticultural success.

Home Vegetable Gardening in Kentucky

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In this episode, we explore the different marketing channels for horticulture products. We will get into some of the advantages and disadvantages of each channel, including direct sales, farmers' markets, online platforms, wholesalers and retailers. As well as share some tips and best practices on choosing the right market for your horticulture business and optimizing your sales and profits.

What to Think About Before You Plant

Center for Crop Diversification Marketing Resources

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In this episode, we'll talk about finding funding for your small and large commercial horticulture projects. We'll also have a special guest, Maddie Grider, communications and marketing associate with the Kentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development (KCARD). She'll share some tips and resources on how to apply for grants, loans, and other financial assistance. Tune in and learn how to grow your green dreams with Hort Culture!

Kentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development (KCARD)

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Maddie Grider, Communications and Marketing Associate:  [email protected] 

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Welcome to Hort Culture, the podcast for plant lovers! In this episode, we'll explore the benefits of interplanting and companion planting, two techniques that can help you maximize your garden space and productivity. Interplanting is when you grow two or more crops together in the same area, such as lettuce and radishes, or corn and beans. Companion planting is when you choose plants that have beneficial effects on each other, such as repelling pests, attracting pollinators, or improving soil quality. We'll share some tips and tricks on how to plan and implement them in your own plantings. Whether you have a small raised bed  or a large field plot, interplanting and companion planting can help you grow crops with less work and more fun. Tune in to Hort Culture and get ready to learn and grow!

WVU Companion Planting Publication

Home Vegetable Gardening in Kentucky Manual

THE "NEW" COMPANION PLANTING: ADDING DIVERSITY TO THE GARDEN

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In this episode of Hort Culture, we talk about how to set prices for your horticulture crops. No matter what horticulture crops you are growing, pricing is a key factor in your profitability and sustainability. We discuss some of the factors that influence pricing, such as supply and demand, production costs, market trends, and customer preferences. We also share some tips and tools to help you calculate your break-even point, compare different pricing strategies, and communicate your value to your customers. Tune in to learn how to price your horticulture crops with confidence and success!

USDA Agricultural Marketing Service

Center For Crop Diversification Price Reports

Center For Crop Diversification Budgets

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