Field Day at Ashbourne Farms
Field Day at Ashbourne Farms
In-PersonLast Revised: Aug 21st, 2025
Event Description
Join University of Kentucky Fruit Specialists, the Organic Association of Kentucky, and the Kentucky Horticulture Council for a Field Day at Ashbourne Farms in La Grange on October 16 from 4pm to 7pm EST.
🗓Date: Thursday, October 16
⏰Time: 4-7 PM ET
📍Location: Ashbourne Farms, 3801 Old Westport Road, La Grange
We'll learn about the new high-density orchard system at Ashbourne Farms and compare the system to their traditional orchard system. Integrated organic and conventional approaches to orchard establishment and management will be a focus for this event as well.
We'll also learn about site & variety selection, pre-plant considerations, and trellis design & installation. Other topics may include planting, training & pruning young trees, fertility & irrigation management, spraying in young orchards, and pest & disease management.
This event is great for new growers interested in starting orchards and for experienced growers who want to learn the most up-to-date techniques. Pre-registration is required.
Reach out to Dakota Moore (dakota@kyhortcouncil.org) with questions.
