The Berry Farm Never Sleeps!
Once harvest is complete, work begins on next year’s crop immediately.
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Chopping
The first step of renovation involves the berries being chopped down to approximately two to three inches above the ground.
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Aeriation
Aeration is the process of breaking up the soil 12-18 inches deep so air, water, and nutrients can get in more easily.
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Rototilling
The next step is rototilling the rows back to approximately 12-18 inches in width, cutting the plants back, and throwing soil on top of the rows. This stimulates new root formation, providing for healthier, stronger plants the following year.
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Cultivation
Field cultivation, hoeing, and irrigation are constant throughout the summer and fall. Keeping our plants healthy and weed free is our main objective until winter.