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This #boattailedgrackle can be seen gathering fibrous nesting material. This photo was captured in a #commonmilkweed stand at a local residence. #ernstseeds #nativeplants #biodiversity #pollinators #birding #milkweed
This year, we have over 800,000 plants growing in our greenhouses. It’s only a matter of time before these beauties get transplanted into our production fields. #ernstseeds #nativeplants #conservation #greenhouse #biodiversity
The Pollinate Program is offering small awards to organizations and projects that meet the eligibility criteria. Find more: bit.ly/3U2BZcx #ernstseeds #nativeplants #biodiversity #pollinators
A view of the solar eclipse from an Ernst Seeds field in Crawford County, PA. #solareclipse #solareclipse2024 #ernstseeds
The seedlings in our greenhouses are coming up beautifully. They will continue to sprout and grow until they are transplanted in May. #ernstseeds #nativeplants #conservation #greenhouse
We’re supporting #NationalInvasiveSpeciesAwarenessWeek (#NISAW). This event raises awareness about #invasivespecies, the threat that they present, and what can be done to prevent the spread. For more information, visit: bit.ly/3IhUILO #ernstseeds #conservation
Happy Friday! We have been busy this winter making necessary upgrades to the farm. We recently finished the construction of a new equipment storage building to house our combines, #tractors, and other #farming equipment. #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds #nativeflowers
Wild Ones Western PA visited Ernst this past weekend to learn the processes of harvesting, conditioning, and storage of our seed. Thanks for visiting - we hope you enjoyed your seminar and tour! #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds #WildOnes #WildOnesNativePlants
This #floralarrangement was made by Meant to Bee Flower Farm. The owner visited us to learn about #nativeplants and begin incorporating them into her designs. Most arrangements you see don’t include natives so it's exciting to see this happen! #ernstseeds #floraldesign
We're keeping it local this week at the @Crawfordfairpa! Visit our booth in Home Show Building 1. We look forward to seeing you! #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds #crawfordcountyfair
We were out using The Weed Zapper to zap those pesky weeds this week. This #organicweedcontrol kills the plant by creating an electric charge that boils the water inside the plant to explode the cell walls. #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds #weedcontrol
Our summer crew was out yesterday transplanting Softstem Bulrush (Scirpus Validus) into local #wetlands on the Ernst property. This native grass-like species can be found in wetlands and wet meadows. Well done team! #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds #biodiversity
Our team was out this week to harvest one of the first native species ready, Ohio Spiderwort (Tradescantia ohiensis). The box harvester used was custom built by our founder, Calvin Ernst. #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds #spiderwort #pollinators
Showy #ticktrefoil (#Desmodiumcandense) is a native, warm-season legume that is used for wildlife food and cover for ground birds and small animals. It also serves as a #pollinator habitat. Learn more: bit.ly/3JY4MuD #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds
Happy Independence Day! May you have a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July! #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds #independenceday
We spruced up our front office area with various native plants grown in our greenhouse. We look forward to seeing the beautiful blooms over the next several months. Our summer crew did a great job on this project! #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds #biodiversity
We’re celebrating #NationalForageWeek with the American Forage and Grassland Council June 18-24. Forage benefits include wildlife habitat, pollinators, #conservation, livestock production, and recreation. Learn more: bit.ly/3NuqkBr #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds
In celebration of Pollinator Week, we’re sharing photos of some of our favorite pollinators! #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds #PollinatorWeek #pollinators
Happy #PollinatorWeek! Did you know approximately 1,000 plants grown worldwide for food, beverages, fibers, spices, and medicines NEED to be pollinated by animals to produce the goods we depend on? #ernstseeds #nativeplants #nativeseeds
