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Online Hibiscus Roselle Workshop Series: Sustainable Farming + Value-Added Products A 2-Part Workshop Series

Introduction

Course Begins July 31, 2025
Overview of the Course
About the Author
Project Cooperators
Project Overview -Growing and Promoting Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle) as a Cash Crop for the Small-Scale Farmer in Alabama’s Black Belt
Field Day #1 Recap & Handouts
Hibiscus Grower Network
Importance of Growing Hibiscus sabdariffa as a Cash Crop
Tour of Our Hibiscus Plots (8:39)
History of Hibiscus
Hibiscus Market Value & Benefits
Hibiscus Roselle Value Added Products

Soil Health Management

Introduction to Sustainable Farming Techniques
Starting Roselle from Seed (Zone 8b) (15:07)
Soil Testing and Analysis
Composting and Soil Amendment
Crop Rotation and Cover Crops
Growing Roselle Update August 2025 (4:44)

Low-Input Farming Strategies

Water Conservation Methods
Integrated Pest Management
Weed Control Techniques

Organic Pest Control Methods

Beneficial Insects for Pest Management
Natural Repellents and Traps
Disease Prevention and Control

Conclusion

Recap of Key Concepts
Resources for Further Learning
Feedback and Next Steps
Additional Field Days and Workshops
Certificate of Completion

Value-Added Product Development & Marketing (Workshop 2 – December 2025)

Course Begins December 27, 2025

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