Farmer-Led Technology: 3 Point Compost Turner

3 Point Compost Turner 2022 Innovation Challenge Highlighted Applicant Problem solved: an inexpensive way to process lots of compost using less space Skills/tools needed: cut and fit welding and engineering, […]

Farmer-Led Technology: Keg Crimper

Keg Crimper 2022 Innovation Challenge Highlighted Applicant An 8’ wide roller-crimper made from all re-used materials. Problem solved: low-cost method for termination of cover-crop Skills/tools needed: welding/metal fabrication, and adaptation/improvising […]

Farmer-Led Technology: Garlic Planter

Garlic Planter 2022 Innovation Challenge Highlighted Applicant A small scale three point hitch ride-on style pull behind garlic planter. Problem solved: saves time and the lower back Skills/tools needed: basic […]

Farmer-Led Technology: A Really Cool Mulch Blower

A Really Cool Mulch Blower 2024-25 Innovation Challenge Winner Retrofitting a commercial leaf vacuum, a plastic hose and a duct reducer, Jennifer created a “really cool mulch blower”. This innovation […]

Farmer-Led Technology: Multi-Purpose Farm Use Station

Multi-Purpose Farm Use Station 2024-25 Innovation Challenge Winner The Mobile Multi-Purpose Farm Use Station is an all-in-one workstation designed to assist small-scale farmers with post-harvest handling, packaging, and repairs. Problem […]

Farmer-Led Technology: No-Dig Removable Endpost

The “No-dig Removable End Post” is a simple end-post created with locally available U-channels (or highway posts) and installed with a handheld mechanical post-driver, making the always arduous task of fence-building easier.