Applications for Master Gardener being accepted

Applications are being taken in Baxter and Marion counties for individuals who want to sharpen their horticultural skills and share their knowledge with others.The University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture Cooperative Extension Service is conducting the Master Gardener training program. The dates are October 18, 25, November 1, 8 and 15 in Mountain Home. All the classes are on Wednesday’s. The five all day classes will start at 8:30 in the morning and end at 4:00 in the afternoon.

Participant enrollment is limited.

Training topics include an overview of Master Gardener program, basic botany, soils, fertilizers, home vegetable production, home fruit production, turf, plant propagation, pest control, ornamentals, and plant diseases.

All training will be conducted by Cooperative Extension Service professionals. Books and other materials are furnished. There will be a charge of $100.00, or $150 for a couple with one notebook, to cover cost of the training such as the notebook, name tag, refreshments, first year membership dues, and other costs asscociated with the program.

The deadline to apply is Friday, September 15th or when class is full. For an application or more information contact the Baxter County Extension office at 425-2335.

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