Testing for Varroa Mites with the Sugar Shake Method
Learn how to monitor the number of mites in your beehive. A how-to guide by Katie Painter, ISED Solutions.
Pest Management
Treating Bees for Mites with Oxalic Acid Vapor
Learn how and when to use oxalic acid vapor to kill varroa mite pests. A how-to guide by Katie Painter,
Baiting an Electric Fence
Baiting your electric fence helps keep animals out of the garden. Use peanut butter on a piece of foil. A
Floating Row Cover
Row cover lets sunlight and water IN and keeps pests OUT. Some insects overwinter in the soil. Check on plants
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 Install Weed Fabric as Pathways in the Garden
Weed fabric is also called landscape fabric. It is an effective tool for weed control and erosion control. Learn how
Building a Deer Fence
Learn how to build a basic low-cost deer fence to protect your crops. A how-to guide by IRC New Roots
Pest Management – Leaf Miner on Chard and Spinach
Leafminer is a pest that damages chard, spinach, beet tops and other greens. You can manage leaf miner by removing
Peachtree Borer
Growers will learn the steps to apply beneficial nematodes to fruit trees, using a hose-end sprayer. A handout/worksheet by Katie