This week on the farm, much was done! We kicked off the fall planting season by planting many transplants into the A beds. Crops such as radish, kale, potatoes, and rye will all hopefully be thriving and producing soon!
We transplanted seedlings from flats that were planted in advance. By initially planting seeds in flats, we are able to manage water usage, select the healthiest seedlings to plant, and prevent pests from inhibiting growth. We also can control light exposure and weather because the flats can easily be moved around inside and outside.
When planting, we use intensive planting to maximize the space available, minimize weeds, and save labor. This is done by using dibble boards or hand spacers that are the length of the appropriate spacing.
We will continue to tend to the new A bed crops by watering, weeding, and using compost when necessary.
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