No-Till Tools
Learn how one farmer uses no-till tools to manage soil health and weeds. A video by Katie Painter, ISED Solutions.
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Installing Row Cover Video
Learn how to install reemay row cover. Row cover keeps insects away from your crop and protects them from cold
Season Extension
Learn how farmers use season extension to protect crops from cold weather. Lesson plan, Power Points and Handouts. A lesson
Create a “No-Dig” Garden with Leaf Mulch
Learn how to use cardboard, straw bales and leaf mulch to create a no-till, new garden space without digging. A
Easy Drainage Project
Learn how to install perforated pipe to drain areas where too much water collects in the garden. A how-to guide
Using A Silage Tarp to Prepare Weed-Free Field
Farmers use silage tarps in a cover crop rotation, to help organic matter decompose quickly. Learn to use a silage
Using a Solar Energizer for an Electric Fence Part 1 – Setting up the Energizer
Learn how to power an electric fence using a small solar panel. Part one in a two-part series. A how-to
Using a Solar Energizer for an Electric Fence Part 2- Connecting to the Fence
Learn how to power an electric fence using a small solar panel. Part two in a two-part series. A how-to
How to Use a Seedling Heat Mat to Start Seeds
A seedling heat mat is a waterproof plastic mat. It heats your soil by about 10-20°F or 6-11°C warmer than
Floating Row Cover
Row cover lets sunlight and water IN and keeps pests OUT. Some insects overwinter in the soil. Check on plants