Port Wing, WI
The Project
Silver Sage Farm & Flowers will outfit two of its greenhouses with automated ventilation systems. This will allow flexibility for trips to town/plant deliveries and time for other plant-related tasks without worrying if the seedlings are cooking or freezing. They will also make permanent improvements on a section of the sales greenhouse from a previous collapse. Time saved with automated ventilation will allow starting more seeds and getting crops in the ground in a timely manner so there are harvestable crops ready at the start of local markets.
Environmental Impact
This project strengthens the farm’s ability and efficiency in producing plants and produce for the community and region. Silver Sage Farm & Flowers grows produce organically, uses no-till methods, and sources local organic hay for continuous mulch, which reduces water usage.
“Allowing our region the ability to source their food locally, either by growing their own from our plant starts, or buying their produce from a local clean grower, is part of our commitment to our community.”
– Mary Pearson, owner
