Plum Ridge Fruit Farm’s Favorite Pear Varieties: Results of an Ongoing Variety Trial and More

At this Practical Farmers of Iowa free field day, join the Sliwas to see pear tree variety trials and take part in discussion about selecting pear varieties. You’ll learn about fire blight-resistant pears and classic varieties, a pear germplasm repository and collector favorites. The Sliwas will also discuss how they manage their orchard floor, focusing on enhancing the soil food web and emphasizing the role of mycorrhizal fungi.