What should I do: growing burley

[Cougar9197]

It’s getting close to freezing here. How small of leaves should be kept?

 

[deluxestogie]

For a home-grower, size is seldom an issue. Upper leaf is always stronger and more flavorful. The question is how mature the leaf has become prior to harvesting. If small, upper leaf has thickened and has started to wrinkle, then it will likely color-cure, though it may require a longer curing time.

Bob

 

[Cougar9197]

I have access to a large upright freezer and a large glass door cooler. Will either of these work for a kiln? One better than the other?

 

[Alpine]

Either should do. Choose the one with the better the insulation.

pier

 

[Cougar9197]

First round of tobacco is in the kiln. I’m having trouble keeping the heat up without the humidity ring in the mid 80’s. I take all the leaves out about every 3 days and relayer them. Every day I mix them around in the kiln.