Strawberries
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Strawberries |
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Menomonie, WI 715-231-BERRY(2377) Wednesday July 9th, 08 We are sorry to say the season has come to an end. We would like to say thanks to all of you that were able to enjoy our berries with us this year. We look forward to seeing you again next year if not sooner for our other products. Don't forget to mark your calendar for our Lambing Barn the last two weekends in March. WELCOME
TO OUR STRAWBERRY PATCH!
We started the strawberry patch in the spring of 2002 by planting 3 acres (about 20,000) plants) of strawberries. In the summer of 2002, the plants started to form blossoms. At that time you remove all the blossoms so the plants don't bare fruit. By doing this the plants conserve energy which allows them to grow stronger in their first year of life. In the fall after the ground is slightly frozen we cover the berry plants with straw to keep the plants safe from the cold. The straw that is applied in the fall is removed the following spring and used for mulch and weed control in between the rows, this also conserves the soil moisture. Now that the berry plants are uncovered they start to develop new leaves and form blossoms. This time you let the blossoms develop into strawberries. About 21 days after blossoms start, the fruit is ready for picking. Come out and enjoy our mouthwatering summertime treats. The season is not very long, about three weeks depending on mother nature, so don't wait to long to join the fun at Govin's Meats & Berries. For more information call the Berry Hotline 715-231-BERRY(2377) Please use this map If you use Map Quest, a GPS or any other map program you will not get here, THEY ARE INCORRECT!!!
Directions: I-94 to exit 45, South on Cty. Rd B to 610th Ave, then east 1 ½ miles to farm. OR East of Menomonie on Hwy 12/29 to 670th Street, North on 670th St. 1 ½ miles to farm. Watch for signs 715-231-BERRY(2377)
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At Govin's we have u-pick and
pre-picked strawberries available. Here at Govin's, we pick
into flats (about 12 lbs.) which is equal to about 2 buckets of berries.
We also have pre-picked quarts of berries available. 