Crops Under Cover! Your Row Cover Resource
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Don't Miss These 5 Tips: Mesotunnel Winter Storage

Winter's here! ❄️ Time for mesotunnels to come inside. If you procrastinated, don't worry, it's not too late! Check out our 5 tips to keep yours in top shape for next season:

  1. Clean and fully dry the fabric before storing. Moisture trapped in mesh can lead to mildew.
  2. Roll fabric instead of folding it. Rolling reduces stress in fabric and prevents creasing. Secure with bungee straps!
  3. Store fabric in a cool, dry place. Use sealed tubs or shelves off the ground. Avoid direct sunlight.
  4. Bundle and organize hoops. Group with zip ties and sort by size. This helps reduce bending damage.
  5. Label everything clearly. Tag each roll with fabric type, dimensions, and the field or trial it came from. You'll save hours in spring!

3 Winterization Tips for Outdoor Farm Equipment

Winter weather finds weak points. Prep now!

1. Freezing temperatures stress engines. Be sure to check all your fluids before a freeze: coolant, antifreeze, engine oil + filter, and hydraulic fluids.

2. Joints and connection points get hit by freezes. Without grease, moisture sits in joints and couplers. Lack of grease = corrosion and siezed parts by spring.

3. Cold weather stiffens hoses and cracks aging rubber. If possible, remove them and store inside your shop or garage

Current Updates

Your quick look at Crops Under Cover research, news, and events.

January 2026

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2026 Kentucky Fruit and Vegetable Conference
January 11-13, 2026 in Bowling Green, Kentucky 

Happy New Year! Crops Under Cover will attend the Kentucky Fruit and Vegetable Conference in Bowling Green on January 11-13. Members of UK’s Gonthier Lab including Mario Reyes and Elaine Losekamp will be at our table to chat. Stop by and kick off the new year with us.

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2026 Organic Association of Kentucky Conference 
January 30-31, 2026 in Frankfort, Kentucky

Crops Under Cover is a proud sponsor of the 15th Annual OAK Conference in Frankfort, Kentucky. On January 30-31, 2026, Dr. Dave Gonthier, Dr. Katie Pulliam, Mario Reyes, Elaine Losekamp, and Sarah Clark will be set up at our booth to talk all things row covers! See you there. 

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Video Resources

From plants to pests, we've got you covered! Browse our video library and get inside info on row covers.

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S-327A Ag Science Center N Lexington, KY 40546-0091

(859) 323-1120