Natural Pest Control & Organic Pesticides

Are you a market gardener looking for chemical-free solutions to reduce pests and improve yields? Farms at Work and Plan B Organic Farms have come together to offer this advanced-level, hands-on workshop in natural pest control methods. Taught by agroecologist, Dr. Fulvio Gioanetto, a summer guest of Plan B Organic Farms, this workshop is meant for you! Topics include:

• Wild plants as bioindicators of soil health
• Using native plants and common weeds as organic pesticides
• Organic management of garlic nematodes
• How to improve compost and soil fertility

Optional organic lunches from Wheelbarrow Farm will be available for purchase ($12/plate). Please email jay@farmsatwork.ca if you would like to order lunch.

For directions to Wheelbarrow Farm, see the link below.

http://goo.gl/maps/j4t0z