Large Necklace Moth (Hypsoropha monilis) larvae denuding persimmon tree
EDIT:This post is edited 4/22/26 to reflect updated information on the pest. The initial Identificat…
Dedicated to providing fresh produce to local markets, Mid Mo Fruits is my farm operation. I am installing orchard and vineyard operations to bring quality fresh fruits and produce to local markets. This is a developing operation, and, as yet, does not have produce available for my customers.
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I am currently doing several projects on my farm. In addition to a planned spring expansion of the orchard, I am in the process of developing a vineyard in a high tunnel to produce seedless table grapes. See my News and Insights for updates.
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Since my retirement in 2024, I have been extending my farming and beekeeping projects. I am currently working on developing a fruit orchard and vineyard to supply table grapes and fruits to local consumers.
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SARE Projects
- High Tunnel Site Preparations Continue
My high tunnel site preparations continue. Today is the second day of dirt work to level the high tunnel site for my seedless grape vineyard. A big thanks to Patriot Dirtworks for doing this job for me. After checking the national soil survey, I found that the dirt on the… - High Tunnel Site Preparation
Site preparation is key for high tunnels. High tunnels require a relatively straight and level site. I need a site that is level side to side and on a slope of not greater than 2-5% (depending on who you ask). But, my location is on a greater slope than that,… - SARE application submittedYesterday evening December first, I submitted my Farmer/Rancher SARE application for establishing a blueprint for specialty farmers wishing to develop a seedless grape vineyard in a high tunnel in the central US. The application now goes to a panel of farmers that will evaluate my plan for innovative ideas that…
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