A Visit to Laverne's Produce Supply

Laverne Nolt of Laverne’s Produce Supply said that agriculture is always a challenge and there is never a normal year.

“One time a guy asked me what a normal year is and I said I don’t know,” he said.

On their farm they grow about 10 acres of watermelon, cantaloupe, and pumpkins, and they have other fields to grow corn and soybeans.

With the weather being warmer than usual, Nolt said they might see pests emerge earlier.

“Especially with the vegetables, we get pests that come out early,” he said.

Allium Leaf Miners are pests that can often be found on onions and garlic.

“Th...