BARCO, N.C. — Have you tried growing fruit trees, but had no luck? Or, are you interested in starting your own trees but don’t know where to start? Either way, N.C. Cooperative Extension of Currituck County’s Small Fruit and Tree Fruit Workshop has the answers for you.
On Thursday, August 22, 2019, from 2–4 p.m., N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center will hold a Small Fruits and Tree Fruit Workshop focused on fruit basics, difficulties in establishment and maintenance, variety selection, and more. Our guest speaker, Mr. Ozzie Coor, will lead a brief lecture followed by an interactive discussion with the audience, answering questions on various types of fruit. Make sure to register for the workshop online before you stop by the office with your fruit production questions!
Ozzie Coor has been a dedicated volunteer trainer and advisor for the N.C. Cooperative Extension of Currituck County for many years. Ozzie is the president of Coor Farm Supply in Smithfield, NC and has over 40 years of experience in the industry. He is a member of the International Plant Propagator’s Society as well as multiple local and state horticultural organizations. Ozzie is also the author of several national and international articles.
Register online for this free workshop.
If you have questions or need accommodations for persons with disabilities please contact Chris Blaha at 252-232-2262 or email ctblaha@ncsu.edu no later than five business days before the event.
–Chris Blaha, Currituck County Center