Dive into the world of elderberry production with this engaging and informative workshop!
Ludovic Andre, SAgE farmer and founder of Solstice Gardens, will facilitate a conversation with elderberry expert Terry Durham, owner of River Hills Harvest. Where you’ll learn:
- Best practices for growing American elderberries
- Tips for creating value-added elderberry products
- Proven strategies for marketing this versatile and in-demand crop
Meet the Speakers:
Ludovic Andre began his pursuit in NJ agriculture, foodscaping neighbors’ backyards led to managing a 2 acre urban farm in the city of Trenton named Capital City Farm. Ludovic believes food is medicine and continues his journey in NJ Agriculture by leasing 4 acres in rural NJ growing Elderberry along with a mixed selection of vegetables. Solstice Gardens provides Elderberry and value-added Elderberry to local families in Mercer and Hunterdon County. Holistically Healing Central New Jersey with community, laughter and Elderberry!
Terry Durham has been growing, teaching and sharing the joy of elderberries for over two decades. Terry is owner of River Hills Harvest, an elderberry brand which takes elderberries and turns them into a line of products. Through the River Hills Harvest brand Terry aggregates elderberries from growers across the Midwest. River Hills Harvest products are made from 100% Pure Premium Elderberry Juice. Terry supports local farmers and processors to grow the American elderberry industry. Terry is an educator and often speaks at Mother Earth News Fairs and many other conferences in the U.S.
