Orchard People

Dr. Randy Beaudry, a post-harvest physiologist working at Michigan State University talks about Honeycrisp apples and why they are tricky to grow and store. Learn more about how to store apples over the winter - both as a professional grower and as a home grower using an ordinary fridge - in this article.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Halloween Traditions and Modern Celebrations (01:10) - Challenges of Growing Honeycrisp Apples (02:12) - Expert Insights with Dr. Randy Beaudry (04:44) - Common Disorders in Honeycrisp Apples (08:26) - Best Practices for Storing Apples (13:08) - Listener Questions and Expert Answers: Shiny Apples (18:53) - Innovations in Apple Storage (25:00) - Steps to Harvesting and Storing Apples (25:55) - Temperature Control for Apple Storage (26:35) - Preventing Apple Ripening with Ethylene Management (27:25) - Innovative Storage Techniques and Tools (29:08) - Addressing Organic Concerns and Additional Storage Tips (31:16) - Developing Storage Recipes for Different Growers (32:45) - Listener Questions: Apple Varieties and Storage (39:38) - Home Storage Solutions for Apples (49:04) - Wrapping Up: Final Tips and Farewell

Elizabeth Stell, author of Secrets to Great Soil, talks about how to care for your soil so that your fruit trees and other plants will thrive. ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Introduction to the Urban Forestry Radio Show (01:05) - Weather and Its Impact on Orchards (02:12) - Interview with Gaye Trombley of Avalon Organic Orchards (03:05) - Secrets to Great Soil with Liz Stell (13:04) - Listener Questions and Soil Tips (24:49) - Trench Composting and Other Composting Methods (26:42) - Trench Composting Techniques (27:57) - Balancing Compost Materials (28:44) - Variations in Composting Methods (30:39) - Dealing with Urban Wildlife (31:39) - Choosing Soil for Roses (34:08) - Cover Crops Explained (39:48) - Managing Tree Roots in Raised Beds (41:46) - Using Chlorinated Water for Trees (45:02) - Microorganisms in Soil (49:45) - Conclusion and Farewell

Kristy Grigg-McGuffin, Horticulture IPM Specialist from Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs explains what Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is and how you can use it to protect your trees and crops. Additional Resources:You can watch the video of this episode here.Check out a collection of articles related to IPM here.Level up your IPM capabilities by taking an online course for fruit trees here.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Introduction to the Urban Forestry Radio Show (01:06) - Understanding Pest and Disease Problems in Fruit Trees (01:50) - Introduction to Integrated Pest Management (IPM) (02:09) - Meet the Expert: Kristy Grigg McGuffin (03:31) - The History and Evolution of IPM (04:45) - The Role of DDT and Early Pest Control Methods (06:11) - IPM Practices and Their Benefits (07:29) - IPM for Organic and Conventional Growers (08:32) - Learning and Implementing IPM (10:59) - Practical Examples of IPM: San Jose Scale (14:17) - Training and Resources for IPM Scouts (20:02) - Monitoring and Inspecting Your Fruit Trees (22:22) - Understanding Tree Health Holistically (23:24) - Dealing with Aphids: Real-Life Experiences (24:15) - Best Practices for Apple Tree Management (25:38) - Essential Tools for Tree Care (28:23) - Resources for Tree Care in the US and Canada (31:37) - Listener Questions and Expert Advice: History and Observations Approach vs. Quick Fix (37:08) - Managing Japanese Beetles (40:41) - Preventing Fruit Rot in Cherry Trees (43:26) - Conclusion and Additional Resources

Rhonda Massingham Hart explains how to protect fruit trees from wildlife damage. She's the author of Deerproofing Your Yard & Garden and Squirrel Proofing Your Home & Garden.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Susan's Experience with Buck Rub (01:21) - Introducing Rhonda Massingham Hart (02:52) - Rhonda's Gardening Challenges (04:27) - Deer Damage and Protection Strategies (07:14) - Listener Questions and Wildlife Solutions: What are deer thinking? It's all about survival! (26:31) - Squirrel Proofing and Other Critters (28:54) - Building the Ultimate Tomato Cage (29:27) - Protecting Rows of Crops and Fruit Trees (29:50) - Using Urine-Based Sprays for Pest Control (30:33) - Innovative Garden Cages and Animal Behavior (32:01) - Feeding Wildlife: A Cautionary Tale (35:09) - Listener Email: Protecting Young Fruit Trees (45:54) - Listener Email: Dealing with Feral Cats (48:45) - Conclusion and Farewell

Ken Asmus of Oikos Tree Crops in Kalamazoo, MI has spent decades developing beach plums that taste great and are genetically diverse (rather than grafted clones). He talks about growing beach plum "communities." Dig deeper into plums in this article.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Genetic Diversity in Plants (01:35) - Introduction to Beech Plums (01:48) - Guest Introduction: Ken Asmus (02:48) - Growing Beech Plums: Tips and Insights (04:08) - Beech Plums vs. Other Plums (08:00) - Pest and Disease Resistance (16:40) - Pollination and Propagation (23:15) - Beech Plum Communities and Cultivation (26:19) - Challenges with Yellow Beech Plums (28:07) - Defining Plant Communities (30:15) - Hybrid Plants and Their Issues (30:44) - Listener Questions and Answers: Consider Diversity for Production and Growing from Seed (32:42) - Propagating Beech Plums from Seed (34:32) - Making Jam and Jelly from Beech Plums (37:06) - Ken Asmus' Legacy and Vision (43:05) - Market Potential of Beech Plums (44:42) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Entomologist Dr Tracy Leskey, Director of the Appalachian Fruit Research Station at Kearneysville, WV, talks about Brown marmorated stink bugs and how you can keep these invasive pests out of your garden or orchard. Learn how to protect your fruit trees from pests and diseases in this online course.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Billy Joel's Allentown and the Stink Bug Invasion (01:18) - Meet the Expert: Tracy Leskey (02:24) - The Stink Bug's Journey to North America (05:13) - Impact on Agriculture and Homeowners (09:57) - Listener Questions and Expert Answers: Stink Bug "IPM" (17:50) - Controlling the Spread of Stink Bugs (25:59) - Innovative Trapping Methods (26:44) - Reducing Insecticide Use (28:09) - Organic Gardening Solutions (31:37) - Citizen Science and Reporting (33:04) - Future of Stink Bug Management (38:09) - Listener Questions and Contest: When Stink Bugs Become Active in the Spring (42:21) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Horticulturalist Dan Bissonnette, author of The Pawpaw Grower's Manual For Ontario, talks about pawpaw trees, a native tree to North America that produces delicious fruit that tastes like a mix of mango, banana and vanilla custard.Learn more about pawpaws in this article. ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - The Pawpaw Tree: An Overview (00:53) - Challenges in Growing Pawpaw Trees (02:14) - Interview with Dan Bissonnette (18:02) - Pawpaw Pollination and Cultivation Tips (25:42) - Understanding Acetogenins in Pawpaw Trees (27:27) - Pawpaw Tree Diseases and Growing Conditions (28:20) - Sunlight Requirements for Pawpaw Trees (31:53) - Challenges of Growing Pawpaw Trees in Different Regions (32:30) - Propagating Pawpaw Trees from Seeds (41:01) - Nutritional Benefits and Culinary Uses of Pawpaw Fruit (42:34) - Final Thoughts and Listener Questions (Acknowledging and troubleshooting the thirsty taproot)

Listen to the best of The Urban Forestry Radio Show on RealityRadio101.com! We'll talk about growing seabuckthorn, cultivating beneficial insects, battling fireblight and coping with climate change!The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website http://www.orchardpeople.com. Formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, we have grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of our monthly guests, organizations, and audience from around the world. We offer something for everyone to support your fruit tree care journey, whether you prefer to learn through listening, watching, and/or reading. RADIO SHOW and PODCAST - FOUR WAYS TO TUNE INJoin our live show on the last Tuesday of every month at 1:00 PM ET and submit your questions and comments!Can’t make it live? No worries – catch the podcast later. Here’s how:Live Audio: Listen on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM on TuesdayLive Video: Watch live on the Orchard People YouTube Channel at 1:00 PM on TuesdayAudio Podcast: Download the podcast after the showVideo Podcast: Watch the recorded video on our YouTube Podcast Playlist NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically, and beyond?Sign up for the free monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/ PREMIUM EDUCATIONFor premium fruit tree care education, visit https://learn.orchardpeople.com/ if you are ready to dig deeper and further your relationship with your fruit trees. CONNECT AND GROW WITH USYou can also connect with us in the various communities listed below in the footer! (00:00) - Introduction and Show Overview (01:37) - Midwinter Reflections and Show Format (02:21) - Seabuckthorn Adventure in Siberia (07:51) - Challenges and Successes in Seabuckthorn Breeding (17:42) - Beneficial Bugs and Garden Ecosystems (30:41) - Fire Blight: The Dreaded Fruit Tree Disease (34:26) - Introduction to Fire Blight (34:37) - Interview with Dr. Kari A. Peter (36:15) - Understanding Fire Blight (39:39) - Listener Questions and Expert Advice: Fire Blight Management Strategies (46:02) - Future of Fruit Tree Growing (49:28) - Impact of Climate Change on Fruit Trees (56:28) - Adapting to Climate Change (01:01:22) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Greg Peterson of www.urbanfarm.org talks about growing fruit trees in Phoenix, Arizona.And Russ Cohen from Arlington, Massachusetts talks about edible native plants. ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Susan's Winter Reflections (01:06) - Interview with Greg Peterson: Growing Fruit Trees in the Desert (04:26) - Challenges and Solutions for Desert Fruit Tree Cultivation (08:01) - Listener Questions and Irrigation Tips (15:02) - Choosing and Distributing Fruit Trees in Phoenix (21:05) - Greg Peterson's Urban Farm and Personal Garden (24:05) - Transition to Next Guest: Russ Cohen (25:02) - Susan's Passion for Native Edible Plants (25:16) - The Spark of Edible Botany (25:36) - Teaching and Expanding Knowledge (25:56) - Exploring Edible Plants in the Schoolyard (26:25) - From Law to Wild Edibles (26:53) - Propagating and Planting Edible Natives (27:56) - Challenges and Policies in Planting (29:11) - Concerns About Commercialization (30:11) - Favorite Edible Plants (31:38) - Foraging for Edible Mushrooms (34:03) - Propagating Native Plants from Seeds (36:09) - Listener Questions and Comments (37:02) - Shagbark Hickory: A Nutty Favorite (44:41) - Dinner Parties with Wild Edibles (47:22) - Encouraging Native Planting

Alen Rosic, a 39-year-old immigrant from the Balkan Peninsula talks about an annual chestnut festival in Iowa that he organizes for the strong Bosnian community there. Dr. Sandra Anagnostakis of Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station talks about developing more disease resistant chestnut trees. ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Holiday Chestnut Traditions (01:05) - Interview with Alen Rosic (06:03) - Chestnut Festival Details (10:14) - Roasting and Cooking Chestnuts (12:45) - Listener Interaction and Festival Information (15:38) - Music and Farewell to Alen (17:50) - Researching Chestnut Trees (22:05) - History of Chestnut Trees in North America (22:18) - The Decline of American Chestnut Trees (25:10) - Chestnut Varieties and Their Characteristics (31:30) - Breeding and Cultivating Chestnut Trees (33:12) - Listener Questions and Expert Answers (value added products, cultivars, and propagation) (39:19) - Chestnut Weevil Infestation (41:55) - Planting and Caring for Chestnut Trees (49:48) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Rob Wyles of Washington State talks about how he discovered the new "Foxtrot" apple.Daryl Somers of the Vineland Research and Innovation Centre in Ontario talks about the science behind taste and apple breeding.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Introduction and Favorite Apples (00:44) - Discovering the Foxtrot Apple (17:06) - The Science Behind Apple Breeding (18:10) - Conventional Breeding Programs (21:18) - DNA Technology in Apple Breeding (31:31) - Future of Apple Breeding and Market Challenges (41:42) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Linda Chalker-Scott, an associate professor and horticulturist at Washington State University and the author of "How Plants Work: The Science Behind The Amazing Things That Plants Do" talks about what leaves are telling you about your tree's health.Lynn Long, a professor of horticulture at Oregon State University talks about cherry rootstock. Read more about cherry rootstock in this article.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Autumn Walk and the Beauty of Leaves (00:31) - Understanding Tree Leaves and Their Health Indicators (01:12) - Cherry Tree Rootstock and Expert Insights (01:48) - Interview with Linda Chalker Scott: How Plants Work (03:55) - The Science Behind Leaf Colors (10:00) - Drought Stress and Leaf Health (11:32) - Listener Questions and Restoration Horticulture (14:25) - Nutrient Deficiencies and Leaf Analysis (20:21) - Commercial Break and Marine Biology Anecdotes (21:17) - Analyzing Tree Leaves: Practical Examples (22:37) - Identifying Interveinal Chlorosis (23:09) - Possible Causes and Solutions (23:49) - Soil Testing and Nutrient Management (26:51) - Practical Advice for Tree Health (30:21) - Introduction to Cherry Tree Rootstocks (32:00) - History and Development of Cherry Rootstocks (33:48) - Choosing the Right Rootstock (37:27) - Health Benefits of Sweet Cherries (38:35) - Modern Cherry Tree Cultivars (41:23) - Dwarf Cherry Trees and High-Density Planting (43:17) - Challenges and Disease Management (48:48) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Learn how to make cider with your apple harvest with Ben Watson, Author of Cider Hard and Sweet.And learn why women are being encouraged to look for jobs in arboriculture and forestry in an interview with Katrina van Osch-Saxon of Fleming College’s Urban Forestry Program.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - The Rise of Hard Cider (01:25) - Cider Making Basics with Ben Watson (10:21) - Advanced Cider Making Techniques (17:42) - Exploring Apple Varieties for Cider (20:06) - Deep Dive into Apple Varieties (28:06) - Choosing the Right Apple Tree for Pollination (29:06) - Best Apple Varieties for Pies and Cider (29:34) - The Science of Cider Making (29:48) - Challenges in Consistent Cider Taste (30:23) - Franklin County Cider Days Festival (31:30) - Events and Workshops at Cider Days (33:11) - How to Attend Cider Days (33:42) - Encouraging Women in Arboriculture (34:49) - Interview with Katrina van Osch-Saxon (40:54) - The North American Tree Climbing Championship (43:32) - Opportunities in Urban Forestry

Dr. Kari A. Peter, Assistant Professor of Fruit Tree Pathology at Penn State Fruit Research and Extension Centre talks about how to protect your apple and pear trees from fire blight.Bill Preston of Preston’s Persimmon Patch in Calvert County, Maryland, talks about how to select and plant a persimmon tree or shrub that produces fruit that actually tastes good.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Understanding Fire Blight (03:41) - Fire Blight Management Strategies (07:05) - Listener Questions on Fire Blight: Management Strategies (13:14) - Impact of Fire Blight on Different Trees (22:29) - Preventative Measures and Treatments (27:32) - Fire Blight and Environmental Factors (30:47) - Fire Blight Outbreaks Across Regions (31:43) - Managing Fire Blight with Copper and Bordeaux (32:52) - Weather Conditions and Fire Blight (33:54) - Pruning and Canker Removal Tips (34:59) - Cicadas and Fire Blight Spread (36:18) - Effectiveness of Biological Fungicides (38:49) - Persimmons: A Unique Fruit to Grow (39:47) - Interview with Persimmon Expert Bill Preston (45:42) - Challenges and Benefits of Growing Persimmons

Entomologist Dr. Gary Judd of B.C. (British Columbia)'s Summerland Research and Development Centre explains why it is important to understand the sex lives of fruit tree pests if you want to protect your fruit trees from insect infestations.Pomologist Chuck Ingels of the University of California's Cooperative Extension in Sacramento talks about fruit tree irrigation. ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - The Excitement and Challenges of Harvesting Fruit (01:24) - Introduction to Dr. Gary Judd and Pest Control Methods (02:59) - Understanding Insect Pests and Traditional Control Methods (04:50) - The Evolution of Pheromone Use in Pest Control (09:19) - Mating Disruption Techniques (14:00) - Challenges and Successes of Pheromone Use (18:53) - Sterile Insect Technique for Pest Control (23:56) - Invasive Pest Challenges (24:26) - Future Goals in Pest Control (25:22) - Global Impact of BC's Sterile Insect Program (27:21) - Fruit Tree Irrigation Essentials (28:13) - Interview with Chuck Ingels (36:36) - Listener Questions and Expert Advice: Irrigation Tips (Best type of emitter, how does chlorinated water affect plants and other organisms, how to visually inspect the soil moisture, and the evapotranspiration factor)

Bill Schroeder of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Swift Current Research and Development Centre in Indian Head, Saskatchewan talks about growing nutrient-rich seabuckthorn berries.Joanie Cooper, the president of the Temperate Orchard Conservancy in Molalla, Oregon talks about cloning America’s large private collection of apple trees – consisting of over 4,500 varieties from around the world.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Exploring Superfoods (01:08) - Introduction to Seabuckthorn (02:17) - Interview with Bill Schroeder (08:41) - Challenges and Successes in Seabuckthorn Cultivation (17:43) - Growing and Caring for Seabuckthorn (23:23) - Listener Questions and Answers (27:12) - Seabuckthorn and Nitrogen Fixing (28:08) - Listener Emails and Questions (28:57) - Seabuckthorn for Skin Ailments (29:32) - Bill's Retirement and Legacy (31:18) - Temperate Orchard Conservancy (32:29) - Joanie Cooper's Mission (37:17) - Challenges and Future Plans

Clemson University fruit specialist Guido Schnabel talks about the MyIPM (Integrated Pest Management) app.Arborist Warren Hoselton of the Canadian Tree Fund who talks about the importance of funding tree research and education.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - The Role of Technology in Gardening (00:50) - Introducing the My IPM App (02:02) - Interview with Dr. Guido Schnabel (04:40) - How the My IPM App Works (13:18) - Listener Questions: Expert Advice, Diagnostics/Identification, and Future Updates to the App (22:33) - Listener Question: Developing the MyIPM App - From the Ground Up and Updates So Far (23:24) - Wrapping Up with Dr. Schnabel (24:34) - Introduction to Arborist Warren Hosselton (25:41) - The Canadian Tree Fund and Its Mission (28:07) - Challenges Faced by Urban Trees (29:00) - Training and Role of Arborists (30:00) - Steel Tour de Trees: Fundraising for Tree Research (33:53) - Toronto Island Tree Walk Event

Greg Peck of Cornell University discusses how climate change is going to affect the way we grow our fruit trees.And...what to do with your bumper crop with Joel MacCharles of wellpreserved.ca.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Climate Change and Fruit Trees (01:28) - Interview with Gregory Michael Peck (02:32) - Challenges of Climate Change on Fruit Trees (08:10) - Potential Solutions and Adaptations (17:53) - Liberty Apples Study (19:44) - Organic vs. IFP Apple Production (24:48) - Public vs. Private Plant Breeding and Final Thoughts (27:34) - Discussing Liberty Apples (28:29) - Introduction to Joel McCharles (29:41) - The Journey of WellPreserved.ca (32:55) - Unique Preserving Techniques (39:08) - Healthy Preserving Methods (43:50) - Promoting the Batch Cookbook (47:01) - Conclusion and Farewell

Dr. Bob Bors of the University of Saskatchewan talks about a dwarf cherry shrub breeding program. Loretta Bors, Dr. Bors' wife, talks about her cookbook “Cooking with Cherries from the Prairies” (by Cecilia Kachkowski, Loretta Bors and Lily Sawatzky).Virginie Gysel introduces TreeMobile, a not-for-profit and volunteer-powered project operating under the principle of "people planting resilience."Learn more about cherry shrubs in this article. ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - No Room For a Cherry Tree? Try a Cherry Shrub! (00:46) - Exploring Compact Cherry Shrubs with Dr. Bob Bors (01:24) - TreeMobile Project with Virginie Gysel (06:38) - The History of the Romance Series of Cherries (19:33) - Growing and Caring for Cherry Shrubs (24:58) - Managing Bacterial Canker in Shrubs (25:29) - Sanitizing Tools: Lysol vs. Bleach (26:44) - Cherry Tree Diseases: Black Knot and More (28:15) - Growing Cherries in Different Climates (29:31) - Community Orchard Insights (30:29) - Birds and Cherries: A Surprising Observation (31:38) - Best Cherry Varieties for Urban Gardens (34:17) - Cooking with Cherries: An Award-Winning Cookbook (35:26) - Philadelphia Orchard Project: Greening the City (36:36) - Lilyleaf Solutions: Connecting People with Nature (37:42) - Back to the Show: Urban Forestry Radio (39:04) - Interview with Loretta Bors: Cherry Recipes and More (39:41) - Cherry Cookbook: From Idea to Reality (41:58) - Drying Cherries: Tips and Techniques (46:12) - Cherry Cookbook Volume Two? (47:59) - Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Farewells

This episode invites three guests to discuss how harvesting the fruit on fruit trees, nut trees and coffee plants can help combat global hunger.Ryan Hatt, Business Development Manager of the Arbor Day Foundation on a project to promote shade grown coffee as a way to tackle poverty – and to save the rainforest.Ernie Grimo from Grimo Nut Nursery on the secrets of growing nut trees and the role nut trees can play in bringing food security to communities.And Sue Arndt of Not Far From The Tree on how Toronto’s fantastic fruit harvesting project helps get fresh fruit to those who need it most.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - The Role of Fruit Trees in Alleviating Hunger (00:59) - Arbor Day Foundation's Coffee Project (01:41) - Interview with Ryan Hatt: Arbor Day Foundation's Coffee Project (04:02) - Challenges Faced by Coffee Growers (06:17) - Sustainable Coffee Farming Practices (08:09) - Impact of Arbor Day Foundation's Coffee Program (14:09) - Organic Solutions and Pest Management (15:30) - Continuation of Arbor Day Foundation's Efforts (18:36) - Future Projects and How to Get Involved (22:11) - Nut Trees: A Solution to Environmental Degradation (23:00) - Interview with Nut Tree Expert Ernie Grimo (24:24) - The Benefits and Challenges of Growing Nut Trees (27:53) - Nut Trees in Urban Environments (36:36) - The Fruit Harvesting Project: Not Far From the Tree (43:19) - Starting Your Own Fruit Picking Project

Learn how beneficial insects can protect your fruit trees from pests and insect infestations in this hour-long podcast featuring Jessica Walliser, Author of Attracting Beneficial Bugs to Your Garden, along with Brian Spencer, President of biological pest control company Applied Bio-nomics in Victoria, British Columbia.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Exploring Beneficial Insects in the Garden (01:04) - Interview with Jessica Walliser: Attracting Beneficial Bugs (03:46) - Understanding Beneficial Insects: Predators and Parasitoids (06:56) - The Role of Beneficial Insects in Pest Control (13:53) - Introduction to Beneficial Insects (14:10) - Practical Steps to Attract Beneficial Insects (22:32) - Creating a Balanced Ecosystem in Your Garden (24:52) - Interview with Brian Spencer: Beneficial Insects Industry (26:59) - Brian Spencer's Journey: From Winemaking to Insect Breeding (27:55) - Challenges and Successes in Breeding Beneficial Insects (29:27) - Strategies for Using Beneficial Insects in Orchards (34:31) - Conservation and Entomology in Agriculture (41:13) - Practical Advice for Home Orchardists

When you plant a tree, you start a relationship. Jason Adkins of Trevecca Nazerene University talks about botanical tree names.Erica Smith Fichman, Program Manager of Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s TreePhilly Program on how her organization is turning Philadelphia into a "City of Arborly Love". The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. Susan is the author of four books on fruit tree care. Learn more here: https://orchardpeople.com/booksHOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.📺 Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.🎧 Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.IS READING YOUR THING?🌐 Transcript: Read the full conversation at your own pace.✍️ Do you want to learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully? Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's free monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/FOR MORE INFORMATION ON GROWING FRUIT TREES THAT THRIVE:✂️ How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/🪲 Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/🌳 How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/🍎 The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/🌱 How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Introduction to Nature and Gardening (00:41) - Guest Introduction: Jason Adkins (01:57) - History of Trees on Campus (04:03) - Tree Identification and Importance (11:04) - Urban Agriculture and Fruit Trees (14:56) - Companion Planting and Tree Health (17:35) - Environmental Justice and Community Impact (18:51) - Propagating Trees and Urban Farming (22:28) - Wrapping Up with Jason Adkins (22:56) - Introduction to TreePhilly Program (23:30) - Erica Smith Joins the Conversation (24:29) - How TreePhilly Operates (25:26) - Tree Canopy Goals and Achievements (26:58) - Popular Trees and Community Engagement (28:09) - Challenges and Solutions in Tree Distribution (29:59) - Support and Resources for Tree Care (32:32) - Varieties of Trees Distributed (36:22) - TreePhilly Participant Feedback and Tree Stories (41:56) - Future of TreePhilly Program (42:22) - Conclusion and Contact Information

Steve Biggs, author of "Grow Figs Where You Think You Can't" and founder of Food Garden Life, explains how to grow fig trees and lemon trees indoors during the winter even if you live in a cold climate!Thomas Wilson of Spirit Tree Estate Cidery shares his cidery journey and offerings, along with the whys and hows of apple tree care including spindle training.Additional Resources:Steve shares the five secrets of fig tree growing in this video.Learn more about growing lemon trees in cold climates in this article.Learn more about apple tree rootstocks and training (explore weighing and apple bands for horizontal growth).Get a taste of a fruit tree tradition known as "wassailing" in this article.ABOUTOrchard People, formerly known as the Urban Forestry Radio Show from germination in January 2016 until December 2023, has grown over the years, thanks to the collective knowledge and collaboration of the monthly guest experts, organizations, and community from around the world.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. HOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.NEWSLETTERDo you want to learn to grow fruit trees successfully, organically and beyond?Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's FREE monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/BOOKSSusan is the author of four books on fruit tree care.Learn more here: https://learn.orchardpeople.com/booksCOURSESSusan is also the creator of five-star rated premium online fruit tree care education at: https://learn.orchardpeople.comARTICLESFor more information on this topic, click on the links below: How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Introduction and Winter Preparations (00:31) - Meet Steve Biggs: The Fig Pig (01:41) - Growing Fig Trees Indoors (03:31) - Winter Care for Fig Trees (04:19) - Propagating Fig Trees from Cuttings (09:39) - Fig Tree Varieties and Preferences (13:01) - Steve's Fig Hedge and Overwintering Techniques (15:32) - Exploring Indoor Lemon Trees (20:57) - Caring for Lemon Plants Indoors and Outdoors (22:01) - Fertilizing Potted Plants (23:46) - Growing Olives and Other Indoor Fruiting Plants (25:18) - Winter Care for Indoor Plants (26:56) - Interview: Writing a Gardening Book with My Daughter (29:00) - Turning an Orchard into a Tourist Destination (30:03) - The History and Evolution of Spirit Tree Estate Cidery (36:22) - Pruning Techniques for Apple Trees (40:59) - Conclusion and Additional Resources

Learn about a new and easy-to-grow berry called the haskap (scientifically known as Lonicera caerulea, or commonly as blue/edible honeysuckle, honeyberry, or camerise in French) from Don Northcott of Phytocultures Limited.Also, hear how urban orchards can grow and change over time with Anna Rallings of Kwantlen Polytechnic University.The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com. Susan is the author of four books on fruit tree care. Learn more here: https://orchardpeople.com/booksHOW TO TUNE IN TO OUR PODCASTThe show airs on the last Tuesday of every month on RealityRadio101 at 1:00 PM ET! While it’s no longer live, you can still watch or listen anytime—and catch the recorded podcast anytime afterward.📺 Video Podcast: Watch the recorded episode anytime on our YouTube Podcast Playlist.🎧 Audio Podcast: Download the podcast and listen on your favorite app after it airs.IS READING YOUR THING?🌐 Transcript: Read the full conversation at your own pace.✍️ Do you want to learn to grow organic fruit trees successfully? Sign up for OrchardPeople.com's free monthly newsletter at https://orchardpeople.com/sign-up/FOR MORE INFORMATION ON GROWING FRUIT TREES THAT THRIVE:✂️ How to Prune Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-prune-and-train-fruit-trees/🪲 Fruit Tree Pests and Diseases:https://orchardpeople.com/protecting-fruit-trees-from-pests-and-diseases/🌳 How to Feed Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-feed-fruit-trees/🍎 The Best Fruit Trees to Grow:https://orchardpeople.com/best-fruit-trees-to-grow/🌱 How to Graft Fruit Trees:https://orchardpeople.com/how-to-graft-fruit-trees/These show notes may contain affiliate links to products. We may receive a small commission for purchases made through these links at no cost to you. Thanks for your support!(00:00) - Introduction and Susan's Gardening Dreams (00:49) - Introducing the Special Guest: Don Northcott (01:55) - Understanding Haskaps: The New Blue Berry (02:47) - Origins and Cultivation of Haskap, Also Known as Blue Honeysuckle and Honeyberry (05:00) - Growing Conditions and Adaptability (08:51) - Breeding and Selection Process (17:19) - Pests and Protection Strategies (21:35) - Future of Haskaps in the Market (25:32) - Susan's Journey to Starting a Community Orchard (26:33) - Interview with Anna Rallings: The Sharing Farm Orchard (31:20) - Challenges and Adaptations in Orchard Management (38:42) - Educational Programs and Practical Training (43:12) - Reflections on Fruit Tree Cultivation (47:23) - Conclusion and Thank You