Midwest
https://practicalfarmers.org/events/field-days/2024-field-days/blueberry-bottom-farm/
Central Time
July 11, 2024
10:00 am
July 11, 2024
12:00 pm
Blueberry Bottom Farm – Brighton, IA
Partner
Practical Farmers of Iowa and Kim Andersen | Blueberry Bottom Farm
Kim Andersen’s operation at Blueberry Bottom Farm has seen incredible growth in recent years since planting 5 acres of organic blueberries in 2017. The demand for her fruit and the enthusiasm of her customers has increased steadily, giving Kim the opportunity to learn many production and marketing lessons. From managing crop pests (including furry critters!), to irrigation and variety selection, to issues like what to do when demand exceeds supply and how to communicate clearly about U-pick hours and practices, these lessons have helped Kim successfully grow her business. For the coming season, Kim is branching out from blueberries with day-neutral strawberries and is excited to share what she’s learned about this new venture.
In-Person