Learn about the high tunnel organic ginger response to transplant type, fertilizer, and pre-propagation rhizome storage; experiences in growing mature ginger; and experiences in growing baby ginger and its marketing potential.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a very popular spice used worldwide, however, it generally grows in tropical conditions and is ready to harvest between 8-10 months, depending upon the maturity of the variety.

Locally grown ginger is a high-valued crop having the ability to increase farm income and improve food safety and food security. Here on the Shore, we have a short period of tropical conditions.

Therefore, to obtain an optimal yield, alternative growing practices have been adopted, such as early harvesting (baby ginger), container gardening (which allows for mobility), and control growing systems. We have modeled the Virginia State University (VSU) concept and were able to harvest mature ginger for the very first time. So, mature ginger production is possible, but is it feasible?

This is the question we will try to answer during the upcoming webinar.

YOUR PRESENTERS:

Dr. Nadine Burton-Stubbs, Alternative Crop Specialist, UMES Small Farm Program

Dr. Lurline Marsh, Professor, UMES Department of Agriculture, Food and Resource Sciences

Ralph Rack, Ginger Grower

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS:

If you are in need of financial assistance or any special accommodations, contact Berran Rogers at blrogers@umes.edu on or before March 05, 2021.

CONTACT:

Dr. Nadine Burton-Stubbs, Alternative Crop Specialist; UMES Small Farm Program, at nmburton@umes.edu or 410-621-5450.

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