Transplanting Starts at NanBop Farm

Transplanting Starts at NanBop Farm: How We Move Seedlings from Flats to Fields

Spring is officially underway at the farm, and that means it’s time to start transplanting our seedlings into the fields! In this episode of Growing, Eating, and Educating, Farm Director Jason takes you step-by-step through the process of transplanting starts—a key part of our early-season growing strategy.

Starting seeds in flats gives our plants a strong, healthy beginning in a controlled environment. Once the weather warms up and the soil is ready, those starts are carefully moved out to the fields where they'll continue to grow into the fresh, local produce we bring to your table all season long.

In this behind-the-scenes look, you'll learn:

• Why we transplant instead of direct-seeding certain crops

• How we prepare both the seedlings and the soil for a smooth transition

• The tools and techniques we use to ensure efficient, successful planting

• How transplanting supports a strong and sustainable harvest

This segment offers a great opportunity to see sustainable farming practices in action, and to better understand the love and labor that go into each week of your CSA share or farmers market visit.