Online Blackberry School

Decroative flyer, featuring blackberries

The following is a self-guided online course on the basics of commercial blackberry production. The six classes cover the major management activities and production considerations that impact blackberry growers. Follow along to learn how to set up, manage and grow your blackberry operation. 

These recordings were made as a part of the 2026 Southeast Blackberry School, a six-part class virtually hosted by the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture with collaboration from multiple universities in the surrounding region. Funding was provided by the Southern Region Small Fruit Consortium. 

Recordings by Webinar:

  • Pruning Management- Dr. Amanda McWhirt, University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
  • Insect Management- Dr. Aaron Cato, University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture

  • Nutrient Management- Dr. Amanda McWhirt, University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture

  • Disease Management:

    • Overview of Diseases and Spray Schedules- Dr. Aaron Cato, University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture
    • Fusarium and Grey Mold- Sarah Villani, 
    • Viruses- Ionnis

  • Harvest and Post-Harvest Best Practices- Angelos Deltsidis, University of Georgia

 

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