Apricots in Alaska!

Mark Wolbers, president of the Alaska Pioneer Fruit Growers Association (https://www.apfga.org), talks about growing fruit north of 60.We talk about:* The range of fruit that grows in Alaska* The growing conditions in different parts of Alaska* Using greenhouses and high tunnels* The gardening culture in Alaska* The advantages of growing in a northern area* Opportunities for monetization* A greenhouse-winery!“Snow is our friend!”
Mark Wolbers, president of the Alaska Pioneer Fruit Growers Association, talks about growing fruit north of 60.

We talk about:
  • The range of fruit that grows in Alaska
  • The growing conditions in different parts of Alaska
  • Using greenhouses and high tunnels
  • The gardening culture in Alaska
  • The advantages of growing in a northern area
  • Opportunities for monetization
  • A greenhouse-winery!

“Snow is our friend!”


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Apricots in Alaska!
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