Related Interest Organizations

Note: Private Facebook groups are groups where only members can see who’s in the group and what they post, whereas in public Facebook groups anyone can see who’s in the group and what they post. Also note: This is a page dedicated to groups and associations, not businesses such as…

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On Line Publications

An ever-expanding list of articles from around the web related to tree crops. Floating fields tree and plant production . 10 page PDF from Indonesia. “The challenge of lowering tree production costs to address depletion in global forest cover and timber supply is addressed. Research was driven by the desire…

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Tools

DIY Holster for a Wheeler Pruning Saw. Another of Jack’s tool hacks, demonstrating that thought and creativity can replace money when it comes to building your tool kit. JACK KERTESZ’S GARDEN TOOL HACKS A page of photos and descriptions of the home-made garden tools Jack has had on display for…

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Nurseries

Many nurseries—aside from offering plant material for sale—also have extensive information-filled websites on topics in their areas of interest. Each website is worth a visit for that reason alone. Listed alphabetically within each of four groups:   MAINE NURSERIES After the Fall Farm – 238 Peavey Town Rd., Montville ME…

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Publications

Trees and Shrubs for Agroforestry, Tree and Shrub Recommendations (pdf) Univ. of Missouri Center for Agroforestry, 2015 edition. Growing Trees from Seed: A Practical Guide to Growing Native Trees, Vines, and Shrubs , by Henry Kock, Author, Paul Aird, With, John Ambrose, Jr. Book review. Exotic Alert (Page176) This midwest…

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Techniques & Info

Here we share some articles, web pages, and pamphlets we found online. Grafting | Techniques and Perspectives |  Crops  |  Innovative Ideas TECHNIQUES AND PERSPECTIVES Winter injury to trees and shrubs by the Morton Arboretum. This reputable institution lays out some of the considerations for tree, limb and bud survival….

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