Upper Cumberland Seeing “Wonderful” Strawberry Crop
Upper Cumberland farmers seeing a “wonderful” strawberry crop this year. Amazin’ Acres Co-Owners Karen McCulley said that the mark of a good strawberry has to do with taste and texture. She said that’s why customers should shop from local farms as opposed to grocery stores. “Shipping berries are firmer and they’re harder on the inside,” […]
Overton Extension Office Kicks Off Annual Strawberry Bundle Sale
Overton County UT Extension Office is hosting its annual strawberry bushel sale. Ag Agent Jason Garrett said that the sale had been going on for the last 30 years or so. He said that this year, they’re providing two varieties of strawberries. “The All-Star berry is a larger type berry if somebody is interested in […]
Hard Freeze Tonight Can Damage Unprotected Plants
A hard freeze is expected tonight and that could cause problems in Upper Cumberland gardens. Overton County UT-Ag Extension Agent Jason Garrett said temperatures have gotten as low as 13 degrees in mid-April. Garrett said one thing many people might not consider is damage that can be done tonight to plants purchased in big box […]
Pick White Co Strawberries Next Week
The strawberries are red, ripe and soon will be ready to pick at Amazin’ Acres in Sparta. Amazin’ Acres Jimmy McCulley said families can come enjoy the farm and start picking strawberries as early as next week. “We do have a good strawberry crop this year,” McCulley said. “I would like to throw out there […]
