June 2002
Rich Bonanno’s small farm in Methuen, Mass consists of six greenhouses and 40 acres of vegetables in the field. (Photo courtesy of Meghan Mazella)
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Growers Turn to More Herbs
as Alternative to Vegetables
As greenhouse vegetable production grows more costly and more competitive, more greenhouse farmers are turning to herb production as a more lucrative alternative.

Greenhouse Owner Grows with Chain Stores
Mike DeWinter believes there’s not an overproduction of flowers, there’s underpromotion.

High Tunnels Extend Season
and Allow Winter Production
A high tunnel is a simple inexpensive structure similar to a greenhouse that provides a great deal of season extension versatility.

Small Farms = Big Rewards
Innovative growers prove bigger not always better

Georgia Research Finds Flowers Can
Follow Strawberries Season Crop
Researchers in Georgia have found that a variety of cut flowers may be a good match for strawberry producers.

Marketplace of Ideas
U.S. Immigration Policy is not
a Governmental Success

Collective Bargaining Good for Farmers

Question of the Month
As a small farmer, what mix of vegetables/crops are you growing to stay profitable?

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