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High Tunnel Production

  • Second Mountain Farm 767 Hughes Lane Hinton, VA 22802 United States (map)

High Tunnel Production

Thursday, May 15, 2025 · 9:00 am– 12:00 pm

767 Hughes Lane, Hinton, VA 22802


Join experts for a hands-on workshop covering the essentials of high tunnel vegetable production. This informative session will combine technical guidance with real-world farmer insight.

- Technical Assistance from VSU’s Small Farm Outreach Program High Tunnel Specialist

- Farmer Perspective from an organic vegetable producer at Second Mountain Farm

- Funding and Financial Assistance information presented by NRCS staff, including installation tips and cost-share opportunities

Participants will learn how high tunnels can extend the growing season and improve crop quality through practical, farmer-to-farmer education.

For more information, contact Marian Dalke at 540-232-6010 or mdalke@vsu.edu.

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Small Farm Outreach Program office at smallfarm@vsu.edu or call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.

Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments.

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