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MUSIC: Matt Miskie FOOD: Funnel Cake Factory | Lio Colon Food Bus Visitors can stroll the grounds to view a glistening light display that highlights the historic buildings and landscaping at Gring’s Mill. *FREE* parking and admission. After enjoying the walk-through light display visitors can enjoy food and beverages from local food trucks, warm up…
ABOUT THE WEBINAR Join Penn State Extension Specialists and Educators for an informative four-session workshop on Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management. This workshop aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals that underpin effective farming practices and soil health. EVENT DETAILS Delve into session topics: macro and micronutrients, soil sampling, 4R principles, and manure…
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP The Young Growers Alliance Fall Tour will visit the Penn State Berks Ag Sciences research farm and the Rodale Institute. In the morning, Dr. Dave Sanford will guide us through the greenhouses dedicated to plant propagation and the research facilities located at Penn State University - Berks. Later in the day, we'll…
ABOUT THE WEBINAR Join us for an informative session with Dr. Kevin Harvatine as he delves into the latest research on fat supplements conducted at Penn State. Dr. Harvatine will explore his laboratory's findings regarding the influence of dietary fat on the melting properties of milk fat, shedding light on the significant implications and developments…
ABOUT THE WEBINAR Discover insights on pricing strategies and market trends that can enhance your profitability. Our expert presenters will guide you through optimizing pricing structures and provide strategies such as bundling to help you gain a competitive edge. EVENT DETAILS Attend this free webinar to learn about pricing strategies and market trends to boost…
ABOUT THE WEBINAR C-CHANGE Grass2Gas: Profitability of Mixed Feedstock Anaerobic Digesters will explore new opportunities for improving the performance and profitability of anaerobic digesters based on new research findings coming out of the C-CHANGE grass-to-gas program. EVENT DETAILS Attend this free webinar to delve into cutting-edge strategies for enhancing the effectiveness and financial viability of…
ABOUT THE WEBINAR Join Penn State Extension Specialists and Educators for an informative four-session workshop on Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management. This workshop aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals that underpin effective farming practices and soil health. EVENT DETAILS Delve into session topics: macro and micronutrients, soil sampling, 4R principles, and manure…
ABOUT THE WEBINAR Finding consistent and skilled labor remains an issue in perennial production systems such as vineyards. Learn about issues and solutions to managing vineyards in the face of labor shortages. Topics such as mechanization adoption and labor programs will be reviewed by commercial growers who will share their experiences in the context of…
When Dec. 13-14, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. each evening Join Clover Hill as we Light the Lane in Breinigsville. This evening is a tribute to Clover Hill founder, John Skrip Jr., who passed away from a sudden heart attack in August 2020. Years ago, John Jr. and his wife, Pat, would Light the Lane at Christmas…
ABOUT THE WEBINAR Join us to explore essential pricing principles, discover strategies to maximize profitability, and gain practical tips for setting the right prices for your products. Equip yourself with the knowledge to thrive in the retail food business with this concise, informative session. EVENT DETAILS Attend this free one-hour webinar to learn about pricing…
When Dec. 13-14, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. each evening Join Clover Hill as we Light the Lane in Breinigsville. This evening is a tribute to Clover Hill founder, John Skrip Jr., who passed away from a sudden heart attack in August 2020. Years ago, John Jr. and his wife, Pat, would Light the Lane at Christmas…
ABOUT THE WEBINAR Blanketing horses in the winter is a controversial topic. However, recent research has allowed us to improve our understanding of how blanketing can impact horse physiology and behavior. In this webinar, we will discuss how blankets can impact horse hair growth, hay intake, and shelter-seeking behavior, as well as the environmental conditions…
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