Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop - Feb 17

MU Extension is offering two Fruit Tree Pruning Workshops this year. Join us for one or both to learn the basics of pruning various fruit trees. At each workshop, we'll spend a little bit of time in the classroom (15 minutes), then head out to the orchard to hear from the owners and see how they prune their trees. If you want, you'll have the opportunity to gain some first-hand experience, too.

Fruit tree pruning is an important practice which impacts yield, disease, and quality.  This workshop will provide an opportunity to learn the science and art of proper pruning in an informal learning environment.

Friday, February 17, 2012, Noon - 2:00pm at "Of the Earth Orchard" 38391 W 176th, Rayville, MO 64084, 816.352.6188.  Please register by February 14th to ensure your spot at the workshop. The cost of the pruning workshop is $10 per person.  Be sure to come prepared for the weather.  We will be spending time in the orchard.  Click here for more information including a registration form.

Saturday, March 7, 9:00 - 11:00am at "Alldredge Orchards" 10455 Highway N, Platte City, MO 64079, 816.330.3448. Please register by March 7 to ensure your spot at the workshop. The cost of the pruning workshop is $10 per person. Be sure to come prepared for the weather.  We will be spending time in the orchard.  Click here for more information including a registration form.