Specialty cut flower production and handling

MSU Extension Beginning Farmer Webinar Series    "Getting started with specialty cut flower production and handling"    Date:  April 18, 2016    Presenter:  Dr. Roberto Lopez, MSU Horticulture Department    Host:  Jim Isleib, MSU Extension educator    Description:  This session will discuss the cultural practices of growing specialty cuts (non-traditional cut flowers) in the field and in high tunnels. Roberto will also talk about popular species and cultivars that perform well in the Midwest and how to maximize yields of those flowers.  Lastly, he will cover postharvest handling procedures and marketing of specialty cut flowers.