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SUMMARY:Grafting Across Time and Technique with Roger Ort
DESCRIPTION:Farm Ops is offering a virtual seminar led by Roger Ort\, owner and head grower at Ort Family Farm\, to explore the fascinating world of grafting. Roger will guide you through the rich history and practical techniques of this ancient horticultural practice. With decades of experience and a passion for unusual fruits\, Roger has honed his expertise as a Pennsylvania Nurseryman\, a landscape and nursery manager\, and an educator with Cornell Cooperative Extension. Now retired\, Roger focuses entirely on growing heritage fruit trees\, unusual small fruits\, and grafted plants on Ort Family Farm in the beautiful Finger Lakes region. \nIn this interactive session designed for both beginner and intermediate growers\, participants will learn foundational grafting principles\, including step-by-step methods like whip\, cleft\, and bud grafting. Discover how these techniques can enhance crop production\, preserve plant genetics\, and help you cultivate unique fruit varieties. \nWhether you’re a veteran exploring farming as a new venture or looking to refine your skills\, this seminar offers valuable insights and practical knowledge to apply on your farm or in your garden. This is a virtual seminar\, open exclusively to veterans residing in New York State. Reserve your spot today and begin mastering the art of grafting. \nKey Topics: \n\nThe historical development of grafting\nDifferent types of grafting methods (e.g.\, whip and tongue\, cleft\, bark\, and side grafting)\nApplications and benefits of grafting in modern horticulture
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SUMMARY:Roots to Branches: Hands-On Grafting Experience
DESCRIPTION:Farm Ops\, in collaboration with Ort Family Farm\, is excited to host an exclusive hands-on grafting workshop. This in-person event offers a unique opportunity to learn and practice grafting techniques on tree fruit\, receiving instruction from Roger Ort\, an experienced horticulturist and farmer. Participants will get to work with select rootstocks and scions\, gaining practical experience in grafting their own fruit tree. At the end of the workshop\, you will take home three of your very own grafted trees to nurture and grow. Roger will provide Information on the crucial first year of care for your newly grafted trees. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nReview of grafting techniques\nGrafting demonstration\nHands-on\, instructor led grafting activity; all materials provided\, you will take home your grafted tree\nTake-home grafting package\, which will include two additional trees (apple rootstocks)\, apple scion wood to graft at home. Kit will also include parafilm\, grafting wax\, grafting bands\, potting soil\, and grafting knife for at home practice.\nInformation on taking care of your grafted tree during year 1\nTime to connect with other veterans
URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/roots-to-branches-hands-on-grafting-experience/
LOCATION:Jordan Hall\, Cornell AgriTech\, 630 W North Street\, Geneva\, NY\, 14456\, United States
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