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Events
Hands-on seed-starting workshop planned in Delta Junction
March 06, 2025
Gardeners in Delta Junction are invited to a hands-on seed-starting workshop to learn tips, tricks and the best methods for starting seeds that will grow into healthy plants during our short but intense Alaska growing season.
Workshop focuses on Alaska soils and fertilizers
March 06, 2025
Learn the fundamentals of soil science and fertilizers to improve your garden results, in a free class offered in-person and online by the University of Alaska Fairbanks Palmer Cooperative Extension Service office.
Learn seed-starting techniques for long-season vegetables
March 04, 2025
Alaska's short growing season means many vegetables need a head start indoors to give them enough time to mature. Learn how to start seeds for these long-season crops in a free statewide webinar led by Glenna Gannon, assistant professor of sustainable food systems for the University of Alaska Fairbanks Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station.
