Organic Apple Orchard Academy
2026-02-09 16:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | WI
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Commercial Fruit Growers Share Practical Knowledge

This is a multi day event scheduled for February 9th, 11th, 16th and 18th 2026 | 4:30 PM- 7:30 PM Central Time

The Organic Apple Orchard Academy is a virtual event happening the evenings of February 9th, 11th, 16th and 18th, 2026 from 4:30-7:30 PM Central Time.

The Academy is designed for aspiring organic growers in the Midwest and Northeast and for anyone interested in learning more about managing a small orchard. Topics will cover content on site selection/site prep, orchard design and layout, varieties and rootstock, horticultural practices, marketing and organic approaches to pest management.

Learn from grower presenters with over 50 years’ collective experience managing commercial apple orchards:

· Chris McGuire of Blue Roof Orchard and Organic Fruit Growers Association

· Rami Aburomia of Atoms to Apples Orchard and the Wisconsin Apple Grower Association

· Rachel Henderson of Mary Dirty Face Farm

· Peter Werts of IPM Institute of North America

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Beyond the Lab Test: Applied Soil Science with Nance Klehm
2026-03-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Gwenyn Hill Farm, N130W294 Bryn Dr, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
Overview

In this hands-on workshop participants will learn basic physical geology of the area through direct study of rock, mineral and soil samples.

In this hands-on workshop participants will learn basic physical geology of the area through direct study of rock, mineral and soil samples. Later we leave for the field to do a brief ready practice soil assessment methods of testing composition, structure, permeability and how this helps shape soil ecology.

The workshop will end with a lively discussion of our experiences and findings and next steps to stewarding soils more deeply and intentionally to support their healthy ecology. Participants are asked to bring 1/2 cup of soil (taken from a depth of 6/15cm), a paper and pencil for notes and dress prepared to go outside.

Nance Klehm has been an ecological systems designer, landscaper, horticultural consultant, and agroecological grower for more than three decades. Her approach is centered on instigating change by activating already existent communities, and her work demonstrates her lifelong commitment to redefining the way human populations coexist with plant and animal systems on this planet.A consultant, speaker, and teacher, Nance is internationally respected for her work on land politics and soil health. We are so excited to have her at Gwenyn Hill Farm. Learn more about Nance and her work HERE.

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Wisconsin Vegetable Weed Management Intensive
2026-08-19 09:30 - 16:00 | Gwenyn Hill Farm, N130W294 Bryn Dr, Waukesha, WI, 53188, United States
Overview

Explore a range of weeding implements tailored for farms of all sizes showcased in active vegetable plots at Gwenyn Hill Organic Farm.

Connect with industry experts and fellow farmers from Wisconsin and Illinois

Explore a range of weeding implements tailored for farms of all sizes showcased in active vegetable plots. Learn how they work, how to adjust them and try the tools yourself!

Meet Tilmor company, see their electric cultivating tractor, 2-wheel tractor, and their weeding tools.

Learn from cultivation expert Sam Oshwald Tilton and see his collection of 2-wheel tractors, cultivators and hand-tools.

Tour Gwenyn Hill farm and see cultivating tractors and many cultivators.

Lunch will be provided.

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