SOUTH CENTERS CHAT - Dr. Gary Gao, Fruit & Grapes February 17, 2016 3:00 pm

February 17, 2016 at 3:00 pm – SOUTH CENTERS CHAT with host TOM WORLEY, PhD. features Gary Gao, Ph.d., Extension Small Fruits Specialist and Associate Professor at The Ohio State University South Centers in Piketon.  Discussion will focus on several innovative production systems for consistent production and season extension of blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and wine grapes.  High tunnels, rotatable trellis, and containers are some of the methods being researched.  Dr. Gao will discuss effective ways to increase yield and improve fruit quality.  He will share his insights on what new and existing fruit growers can do to improve fruit production and profitability in Southern Ohio and beyond.

Gary Gao, Ph.D.

Small Fruits Specialist, Associate Professor

The Ohio State University South Centers

1864 Shyville Road

Piketon, Ohio 45661

EM:  gao.2@osu.edu

PH: 740-289-2071  ext 123

Thomas Worley, Ph.D, Director

The Ohio State University South Centers

EM: Worley.36@osu.edu

1864 Shyville Road

Piketon, Ohio 45662

Phone 740-289-2071   Ext 113