Alternative Crop Decision Tool:
Elderberry
Alternative Crop Decision Tool:
Elderberry
The questions below result in a composite score ranging from 0 to 100. A score of 0 indicates 'do not plant the crop', while a score of 100 would indicate 'there is absolutely no reason not to plant the crop'. There will be few instances of a score of 100. The icon(s) shown next to each question is meant to serve as a resource for producers relevant to each specified question shown. The questions below are intended to show red flag type concerns.
1. Are you able to wait until the second or third year after planting to have annual harvests for sale?
Yes
No
No
2. Do you already have an identified market or are you willing to direct market the crop?
Yes
No
No
3. Are you willing to harvest your elderberry crop by hand?
Yes
No
No
4. Do you have appropriate post-harvest storage or are you able to transport the crop to market immediately or soon after harvesting?
Yes
No
No
5. Are you will to actively scout for diseases and insects especially for new invasive insects such as the spotted winged drosophila and the brown marmorated stink bug which have few if any control methods at this time?
Yes
No
No
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