Tips and tricks
Field Setup
Install Mesotunnels
SPRING IS HERE! The Gonthier Lab at the University of Kentucky has officially kicked off the 2025 growing season. This year, bok choy is the first crop in the rotation. Join the lab members as they plant the crop and set up mesotunnels, step by step!
Weed Management
Living Mulches
In a recent survey performed by the Crops Under Cover team, we learned that weeds are one of the top 10 major issues that growers face - especially when using row covers. Living mulches can help! So... what exactly can they do? Living mulches are cover crops planted in the furrows between rows. They form a thick barrier that prevent many types of weeds from growing. No need for herbicides or mechanical cultivation. Take a look!
