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Food Forest #753814

Asked June 03, 2021, 4:09 PM EDT

Hello, I have a few acres of land with irrigation rights and am looking to transition about 1 acre from a animal grazing to a 7 layer “food forest”. I’m looking for help with planning including tree selection, soil amendment, and how/where to plant to maximize success. Is there anyone who has expertise in food forest planning or who has experience in this field? Thanks so much! Dave Guarraia

Deschutes County Oregon

Expert Response

Hello Dave, this sounds like a great project! I would be happy to assist you with over/understory species that would be suitable for our climate. You can reach out to me directly at <personal data hidden> to set up a time to meet or discuss your objectives and plans. Amy Jo Detweiler (our Extension Horticulture Agent) is also a great contact for selecting horticultural species suited to the area so I will ask her to join the meeting as well, or you can reach out directly to her. 

Thomas Stokely

Extension Forester, Central Oregon

An Ask Extension Expert Replied June 03, 2021, 5:59 PM EDT
Wonderful! Thanks Thomas. I really appreciate your help on this. Would you and Amy have some free time this coming Wednesday to meet to discuss this? I am free most of the day.

Warm regards,
Dave Guarraia

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The Question Asker Replied June 05, 2021, 12:13 AM EDT

Hello again Dave,

I'm not sure if Amy Jo will have the time, but I should be able to make Wednesday work, depending on the time. Please reach out to me at <personal data hidden> to set up a time.

Thomas

An Ask Extension Expert Replied June 07, 2021, 6:58 PM EDT
Wonderful! Would 10 AM work? Would you prefer phone or in person (field) meeting?
Thanks,
Dave Guarraia
63210 Overtree Rd
Bend OR 97701

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The Question Asker Replied June 08, 2021, 5:03 PM EDT

Hello Dave, 

Yes, I can make it in person tomorrow at 10 am. 

Thomas

An Ask Extension Expert Replied June 08, 2021, 9:18 PM EDT
Perfect, thanks!

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The Question Asker Replied June 09, 2021, 1:10 PM EDT

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