2025 Mtn. Hort Field Day

2025 Mtn. Hort Field Day

Join us at the 2025 Mtn. Hort Field Day to learn about the research projects going on at MHCREC!

By Mountain Hort Crops Research and Extension Center

Date and time

Location

74 Research Drive

74 Research Drive Mills River, NC 28759

Agenda

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Registration

While you are registering here online, this opportunity will allow us to check you in for the event. We plan to board the trams for the field at 9am, so please arrive by 8:45am to check-in.

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Field Presentations

Travel around the Mtn. Hort property to see researchers at their field projects. We will hear from our apple team in the orchard, tomato breeding in tomato fields, alternative crops with our hop yar...

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Lunch

Enjoy a complimentary lunch at the Research Station. Catering by BTM Catering.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Tradeshow & Project Tents on Display

You'll be able to visit our many vendors that are on-site with their displays and materials. Many of our researchers will have project tents on display with our graduate students, tomato variety tas...

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours

Join us at the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center in Mills River on Thursday, August 14, 2025 for the Mtn. Hort Field Day!

Registration begins at 8am, field tours begin at 9am, and a complimentary lunch will be served at approximately 12:30pm.

For more information, please contact Jessica Edney at 828-654-8590 or jessica_edney@ncsu.edu.


Frequently asked questions

Where is parking?

Parking for the event is free and on-site. Parking attendents will assist you in finding a spot. Please arrive early so you don't miss your desired tour.

What should I bring?

This event is rain or shine, so come prepared in layers, rain attire, hats, sunscreen, & water. We will have water bottles as well throughout the day. And, be sure to wear appropriate shoes for navigating field conditions.

What should I do if I need to leave the event early?

No problem! Just find a MHCREC Staff Member and we will help get you back to your vehicle.

How much walking should I prepare for?

Our trams will take you as close as possible to each field location. From that spot, you might have to walk to hear the speaker in the fields. Be prepared for any type of field condition, based on weather. Wear appropriate shoes.

Can I join you just for lunch?

If you only want to participate in lunch, we don't blame you! It is also our favorite. Arrive by 12:30 for lunch which will take place at 74 Research Drive.

What will I learn at field day?

Project Leaders & Graduate Students will be in the fields to showcase their research projects. You'll see new varieties of plants, hear about pesticide management techniques, learn about diseases impacting the various industries and how our research is combating the problems facing horticulture.

What if I have additional questions?

Not a problem, just contact Jessica Stepp Edney at MHCREC. 828-654-8590 or jastepp@ncsu.edu

Is this event free?

Yes, this is a free event and open to the public. If you would like to make a donation to support Mtn. Hort, that would be great! Donations can be made at go.ncsu.edu/mhcrecfd25

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Organized by

Mountain Hort Crops Research and Extension Center

Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center

455 Research Drive

Mills River, NC 28759

https://mountainhort.ces.ncsu.edu/

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