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SUMMARY:Tomato Trial Field Day
DESCRIPTION:About the workshop \nTomato Trial Field Day will be an opportunity for farmers to see and evaluate 15 different varieties of red\, slicing tomatoes. Join our experts for planting and harvesting tips and learn which tomato varieties will work best for you! \nEvent details \nJoin us for a complimentary evening workshop and discover valuable insights on cultivating a range of slicing tomatoes. \nWhen \nSept. 26\, 2023 | 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. \nWhere \nThe Seed Farm\n5854 Vera Cruz Road\nEmmaus\, PA 18049 \nWho is this for? \n\nAg Professionals\nFarmers\nStudents\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nHow Penn State Extension and The Seed Farm evaluate different varieties of tomatoes\nWhich tomato varieties grow best in these conditions?\nWhich varieties of tomatoes have the best fruit?\n\nProgram sponsors \nThis project is a collaboration between Penn State Extension and The Seed Farm\, and the work was made possible by the generosity of the PA Vegetable Growers Association. \nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants. \nRegister By\nSept. 26\, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/tomato-trial-field-day/
LOCATION:The Seed Farm\, 5854 Vera Cruz Road\, Emmaus\, PA\, 18049\, United States
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL WEBINAR  Hiring and Retention: Building and Preserving Team Trust
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE WEBINAR \nTrust is essential to an effective team because it provides safety and brings a commitment to the goals. Hiring and Retention: Building and Preserving Team Trust explores the stages of team development and ways to develop and maintain trust within a collaborative group by setting expectations and building trust. Program participants learn about stages of team development and suggested leadership strategies for each stage. They will also learn about trust-busting communication\, develop skills that help build trust\, understand trustworthiness\, receive tips for using components of trustworthiness\, and learn how to improve trust-based collaboration using strategic thinking. \nEVENT DETAILS \nParticipate in this complimentary webinar to gain insights on effective leadership strategies and the various stages of team development. \nWHEN \nSeptember 26\, 2023\n10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. EST \nAbout the Series \nAn effective hiring and retention plan can save an organization from costly losses in productivity and turnover. High-retention workplaces tend to employ more engaged workers who\, in turn\, get more done. \nWho is this for? \n\nFarmer Owners\nManagers and Leads\nAnyone who leads a team\nAnyone who is a member of a team\nMentors\nSupervisors\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nThe stages of team development\nTeam member roles\nLeading teams through each stage\nTeam disrupters\nImportance of trust in team development\nTrust-busting communication\nImproving trust-based collaboration\n\nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants thanks to funding provided by a USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant. \nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. \nRegistrants will also receive access to the webinar recording. \nRegister By: September 26\, 2023 11:30 a.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/virtual-webinar-hiring-and-retention-building-and-preserving-team-trust/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T120000
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SUMMARY:Home Food Preservation: Introduction to Drying
DESCRIPTION:Learn about today’s recommended methods for home food preservation while dispelling food preservation myths and unsafe practices of the past. \nWhen:\nMonday\, Sep. 25\, 2023 | Noon – 1:30 p.m.\nRegistration deadline: Sept. 22\, 2023 | 11:59 p.m.\nHome Food Preservation: Introduction to Drying will explain the scientific reasoning behind today’s recommended methods for drying products while dispelling food preservation myths and unsafe practices of the past. In recent years\, there has been increasing interest in home food preservation. Drying is one method of home food preservation that allows you to enjoy seasonal foods all year long. While this method of home food preservation has existed for centuries\, we have learned a lot about the science behind this practice in recent years. The ​Home Food Preservation​​ series of webinars will provide you with the scientific background\, preparation tips\, and safe processing methods to preserve food at home. Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. Registrants will also receive access to the webinar recording. \nWhat will you learn? \n\nThe basic principles behind drying fruits\, vegetables\, herbs\, and meat to assure a safe product\nVarious methods of drying including oven drying\, using a dehydrator\, microwave drying\, and air drying\nPretreatment steps such as blanching and anti-darkening soaking solutions to ensure a quality product\nFood safety considerations when processing jerky\nWhat to look for when buying a dehydrator\nIdeas for using dehydrated foods\n\nWe hope you can join us!
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/home-food-preservation-introduction-to-drying/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T140000
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SUMMARY:English for Agriculture / Inglés para la Agricultura
DESCRIPTION:The goal of this class is to advance the knowledge of English in Pennsylvania agricultural workers\, focusing on the poultry industry. Attendees will create a personalized handbook with keywords and phrases that will be identified from the five basic objectives (conversational\, safety\, job duties\, biosecurity\, and animal welfare). \nAugust 23-October 4\, 2023 \n2 p.m. – 4 p.m. \nPenn State Extension Lebanon County\n2120 Cornwall Rd #1\nLebanon\, PA 17042 \nWho is this for? \n\nAgricultural workers who wish to improve their English\nAnyone who wants to learn English through agricultural scenarios\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nBasic conversational English\nBasic safety\nJob specific duties\nBiosecurity\nAnimal welfare\nReview/special request topics from attendees\n\nSpace is limited – preregistration is recommended.\nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants.\nRegistration Deadline \nAugust 21\, 202312:00 AM\nAgenda\nHere’s the schedule for the training options. \nViewing in Eastern Time\nBasic conversational English\n8/23/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nBasic Safety\n8/30/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nJob Specific Duties\n9/6/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nBiosecurity\n9/20/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nAnimal Welfare\n9/27/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nReview/Special Request Topics From Attendees\n10/4/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET \nEl objetivo de esta clase es avanzar en el conocimiento del inglés en los trabajadores agrícolas de Pensilvania\, con un enfoque en la industria avícola. Los asistentes crearán un manual personalizado con palabras y frases clave que se identificarán a partir de los 5 objetivos básicos (conversacional\, seguridad\, funciones laborales\, bioseguridad y bienestar animal). Los asistentes también se dividirán en grupos para practicar temas de conversación que incluyan escenarios que pueden ocurrir en la granja. También se incluirán juegos y otras actividades interactivas. \n23 de agosto-4 de octubre de 2023 \nPenn State Extension Lebanon County\n2120 Cornwall Rd #1\nLebanon\, PA 17042\n¿Para quién es esto? \nTrabajadores agrícolas que deseen mejorar su inglés\nCualquiera que quiera aprender inglés a través de escenarios agrícolas\n¿Que aprenderás? \nInglés conversacional básico\nSeguridad básica\nDeberes específicos\nBioseguridad\nBienestar animal\nRevisión/temas de solicitudes especiales de los asistentes\nEl espacio es limitado – se recomienda registrarse previamente.\nEste evento se ofrece sin cargo para los participantes.\nPlazo de inscripción\n21 de agosto de 2023 \nOrden del día\nEste es el horario de las sesiones de formación.\nSe está viendo en la Hora del este\nInglés Conversacional Básico\n23/8/23\n14:00-16:00 ET\nSeguridad Básica\n30/8/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nDeberes específicos del trabajo\n6/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nBioseguridad\n20/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nBienestar Animal\n27/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nRevisión/Temas de Solicitudes Especiales de los Asistentes\n4/10/23\n14:00-16:00 ET
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/english-for-agriculture-ingles-para-la-agricultura/2023-09-20/
LOCATION:Penn State Extension Lebanon County\, 2120 Cornwall Rd.\, #1\, Lebanon\, 17042\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T090000
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SUMMARY:Fencepost Fundamentals: Winter Cover Crop Species
DESCRIPTION:About the webinar \nThis webinar series will explore agriculture and farming practices commonly used in Pennsylvania and throughout the Northeast\, focusing on winter cover crops. Topics include species biology\, choosing the best species\, establishment and termination methods\, and the impact of cover crops on soil fertility. \nEvent details \nNot just cereal rye—learn about winter-hardy cover crop species that farmers successfully use in Pennsylvania during this webinar. \nWhen \nSept. 20\, 2023 | 9 a.m.-10 a.m. \nWho is this for? \n\nAg Conservation Professionals\nNew or beginning Crop Consultants\nNew or beginning Ag Professionals\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nCommonly grown winter cover crop species in Pennsylvania\nSeeding rate\, dates\, and depths for winter cover crop species\nBenefits and drawbacks to each species\nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.\n\nRegistrants will also receive access to the webinar recording. \nRegister by\nSept. 20\, 2023\, 10 a.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/fencepost-fundamentals-winter-cover-crop-species/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T080000
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SUMMARY:Starting and Improving Farms Conference
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE CONFERENCE \nDo you want to start a farm\, diversify your existing farm or begin an agritourism business? If so\, this two-day conference will provide opportunities to explore new business and production practices to help you achieve your goals. The goal of the conference is to help you build and expand your network and help you identify new ideas and opportunities. According to Forbes Magazine\, having a strong business network is essential to achieve your desired success. It can help you provide a lifeline of support\, offer solutions to your problems and even help you discover new opportunities that you can immensely benefit from. \nEVENT DETAILS \nJoin us for two days filled with presentations\, tours\, exhibits\, workshops and networking opportunities with like-minded professionals! Banquet and lunch meals are included. \nWHEN \nTuesday & Wednesday\nSept.19-20\, 2023 \nWHERE \nToftrees Golf Resort\n1 Country Club Lane\nState College\, PA 16803 \nOn the first day\, attendees will connect with new and existing farmers as they tour small regional farms. Attendees will also visit Penn State research facilities to network with researchers who can address their farming questions. In the evening\, participants will hear about the challenges and successes one young couple experienced as they started a new operation a few years ago. \nDay two will address business best practices for startups and expansion. Attendees will then have an opportunity to choose from various production workshops that address the needs of their farming operation. These sessions will allow attendees to participate in industry-specific discussions with farmers and extension personnel. \nWho is this for? \n\nAnyone who is considering starting a farm\nThose who began farming within the past five years\nExisting farms considering diversification\nTeam members on existing farms\nWomen farmers\nAgritourism farmers\nLivestock farmers\nHorticulture farmers\nProviders who support farmers\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nYou will learn business and production techniques from farmers\, researchers\, extension educators\, and extension associates.\nYou will hear how existing farmers started their businesses and the hurdles they overcame.\nYou will meet peers\, lenders\, and educators willing to assist with your start-up or diversification plans.\nYou will choose from various breakout sessions on a wide range of topics so that you can tailor your learning experience to address your farming goals.\n\nOUR BANQUET KEYNOTE SPEAKERS \nCheck out our complete lineup of speakers under More Info! \nASHLEY & LARRY LATTA\nOwners\nTuckaway Tree Farm \nThis program is supported by USDA/NIFA [Award Number 2021‐70027‐34693] and the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. \nPreregistration is required. \nRegister By\nSept. 10\, 2023\, 11:59 PM
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/starting-and-improving-farms-conference/2023-09-20/
LOCATION:Toftrees Golf Resort\, 1 Country Club Lane\, State College\, PA\, 16803\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
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SUMMARY:Starting and Improving Farms Conference
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE CONFERENCE \nDo you want to start a farm\, diversify your existing farm or begin an agritourism business? If so\, this two-day conference will provide opportunities to explore new business and production practices to help you achieve your goals. The goal of the conference is to help you build and expand your network and help you identify new ideas and opportunities. According to Forbes Magazine\, having a strong business network is essential to achieve your desired success. It can help you provide a lifeline of support\, offer solutions to your problems and even help you discover new opportunities that you can immensely benefit from. \nEVENT DETAILS \nJoin us for two days filled with presentations\, tours\, exhibits\, workshops and networking opportunities with like-minded professionals! Banquet and lunch meals are included. \nWHEN \nTuesday & Wednesday\nSept.19-20\, 2023 \nWHERE \nToftrees Golf Resort\n1 Country Club Lane\nState College\, PA 16803 \nOn the first day\, attendees will connect with new and existing farmers as they tour small regional farms. Attendees will also visit Penn State research facilities to network with researchers who can address their farming questions. In the evening\, participants will hear about the challenges and successes one young couple experienced as they started a new operation a few years ago. \nDay two will address business best practices for startups and expansion. Attendees will then have an opportunity to choose from various production workshops that address the needs of their farming operation. These sessions will allow attendees to participate in industry-specific discussions with farmers and extension personnel. \nWho is this for? \n\nAnyone who is considering starting a farm\nThose who began farming within the past five years\nExisting farms considering diversification\nTeam members on existing farms\nWomen farmers\nAgritourism farmers\nLivestock farmers\nHorticulture farmers\nProviders who support farmers\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nYou will learn business and production techniques from farmers\, researchers\, extension educators\, and extension associates.\nYou will hear how existing farmers started their businesses and the hurdles they overcame.\nYou will meet peers\, lenders\, and educators willing to assist with your start-up or diversification plans.\nYou will choose from various breakout sessions on a wide range of topics so that you can tailor your learning experience to address your farming goals.\n\nOUR BANQUET KEYNOTE SPEAKERS \nCheck out our complete lineup of speakers under More Info! \nASHLEY & LARRY LATTA\nOwners\nTuckaway Tree Farm \nThis program is supported by USDA/NIFA [Award Number 2021‐70027‐34693] and the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. \nPreregistration is required. \nRegister By\nSept. 10\, 2023\, 11:59 PM
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/starting-and-improving-farms-conference/2023-09-19/
LOCATION:Toftrees Golf Resort\, 1 Country Club Lane\, State College\, PA\, 16803\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T130000
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SUMMARY:Socially Raised Calves: Pair Housing--VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE WEBINAR \nRaising healthy calves is a crucial aspect of any dairy operation\, as a herd’s future depends on its calves’ health. Ensuring that these calves receive the healthiest start possible and continue to receive proper nutrition benefits both the calf and the dairy farm’s profitability. This virtual event is the first in a series that will discuss socially raised dairy calves. Melissa Cantor\, along with Hayley Springer\, will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of calves raised in paired housing systems. This includes but is not limited to social benefits\, nutritional requirements\, current research on paired housing\, and upcoming mandates that may change how calves are raised in the United States. \nEVENT DETAILS \nThis workshop will cover the benefits and drawbacks of raising calves in paired housing systems. The session will last for one hour. \nWHEN \nSeptember 15\, 2023\nNoon – 1 p.m. \nWho is this for? \n\nIndustry representatives\nDairy Farm Owners\nDairy Farm Employees\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nSocial benefits of paired housing\nMeeting the nutritional needs of calves in paired housing\nCurrent research on pair housing of dairy calves\n\nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. \nRegistrants will also receive access to the webinar recording. \nRegister By: September 14\, 2023 11:59 p.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/socially-raised-calves-pair-housing-virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T120000
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SUMMARY:Pennsylvania Poultry Sales and Service Conference
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE CONFERENCE \nThe 2023 Pennsylvania Poultry Sales and Service Conference – and – 95th Annual Northeastern Conference on Avian Diseases is a two-day annual conference that touches on general topics important in the industry today\, along with a NECAD session and breakout sessions for broilers\, layers and turkeys. \nEVENT DETAILS \nJoin us for a two-day event featuring presentations\, workshops\, networking opportunities\, and invaluable connections! \nWHEN \nWednesday\, Sept. 13\, 2023\n8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\nThursday\, Sept. 14\, 2023\n8 a.m. – Noon \nWHERE \nThe Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center\n215 Innovation Blvd.\nState College\, PA 16803 \nWho is this for? \n\nPoultry Producers\, Industries\, and Organizations\nAvian Health Professionals\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nNortheast Conference on Avian Diseases (NECAD) Poultry Health Symposium and Scientific Sessions\nGeneral Poultry Session Featuring a Keynote Speaker who will address strategies to lead a multigenerational organization\nEvening Social with the Poultry Science Club\nBreakout Sessions for Broilers\, Layers\, and Turkeys\nSocial Hour – Meet & Greet Penn State Poultry Students\n\nWe hope you can join us at the Social Hour on Wednesday evening\, September 13 at 5:30 p.m. Meet and greet Penn State Poultry Science Club students who are looking for internship and employment opportunities. \nARPAS Members \nParticipants will be able to earn up to 10 ARPAS Continuing Education Credits for this workshop (1 credit per hour participating). \nInterested in Joining ARPAS? Learn more at http://www.arpas.org or by email: arpas@assochq.org.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/pennsylvania-poultry-sales-and-service-conference/2023-09-14/
LOCATION:The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center\, 215 Innovation Blvd.\, State College\, PA\, 16803\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T100000
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SUMMARY:Fencepost Fundamentals: Cover Crop Benefits
DESCRIPTION:About the webinar \nWhy should farmers plant cover crops? Increase your knowledge and comprehension of the numerous benefits of cover crops\, which include but are not limited to their positive impacts on soil conservation\, soil health\, nutrient management\, and much more. By incorporating cover crops into your agricultural practices\, you can enhance the overall health and fertility of your soil\, reduce soil erosion\, improve water quality\, and promote biodiversity. Additionally\, cover crops can help to suppress weeds\, pests\, and diseases\, while also providing valuable forage for livestock. With their many advantages\, cover crops are an essential component of sustainable agriculture and can play a crucial role in ensuring the long-term health and productivity of your land. \nEvent details \nParticipate in a one-hour webinar to gain insights into the advantages of cover crops. \nWhen \nSept. 13\, 2023 | 9 a.m.-10 a.m. \nWho is this for? \n\nAg Conservation Professionals\nNew or beginning Crop Consultants\nNew or beginning Ag Professionals\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nCover crop impacts on soil conservation\nCover crop impacts on soil health and biology\nCover crop impacts on weed suppression\nCover crop impacts on nutrient management\nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar.\nRegistrants will also receive access to the webinar recording.\n\nRegister by\nSept. 13\, 2023\, 10 a.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/fencepost-fundamentals-cover-crop-benefits/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230803T122954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T122954Z
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SUMMARY:Pennsylvania Poultry Sales and Service Conference
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE CONFERENCE \nThe 2023 Pennsylvania Poultry Sales and Service Conference – and – 95th Annual Northeastern Conference on Avian Diseases is a two-day annual conference that touches on general topics important in the industry today\, along with a NECAD session and breakout sessions for broilers\, layers and turkeys. \nEVENT DETAILS \nJoin us for a two-day event featuring presentations\, workshops\, networking opportunities\, and invaluable connections! \nWHEN \nWednesday\, Sept. 13\, 2023\n8 a.m.- 5 p.m.\nThursday\, Sept. 14\, 2023\n8 a.m. – Noon \nWHERE \nThe Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center\n215 Innovation Blvd.\nState College\, PA 16803 \nWho is this for? \n\nPoultry Producers\, Industries\, and Organizations\nAvian Health Professionals\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nNortheast Conference on Avian Diseases (NECAD) Poultry Health Symposium and Scientific Sessions\nGeneral Poultry Session Featuring a Keynote Speaker who will address strategies to lead a multigenerational organization\nEvening Social with the Poultry Science Club\nBreakout Sessions for Broilers\, Layers\, and Turkeys\nSocial Hour – Meet & Greet Penn State Poultry Students\n\nWe hope you can join us at the Social Hour on Wednesday evening\, September 13 at 5:30 p.m. Meet and greet Penn State Poultry Science Club students who are looking for internship and employment opportunities. \nARPAS Members \nParticipants will be able to earn up to 10 ARPAS Continuing Education Credits for this workshop (1 credit per hour participating). \nInterested in Joining ARPAS? Learn more at http://www.arpas.org or by email: arpas@assochq.org.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/pennsylvania-poultry-sales-and-service-conference/2023-09-13/
LOCATION:The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center\, 215 Innovation Blvd.\, State College\, PA\, 16803\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
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UID:10000306-1694592000-1694619000@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Field Crop Recertification School
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE WORKSHOP \nThe Field Crop Recertification School program is for commercial and private pesticide applicators to earn recertification credits and for certified crop advisors to earn continuing education credits. The category sessions will address agronomic pest issues for corn\, soybean\, small grains\, and forage crops. \nEVENT DETAILS \nJoin us for a one-day workshop focused on the management of weeds\, agronomic crops\, and pesticide safety. This workshop provides an opportunity to earn recertification credits while learning about the latest techniques and best practices in the field. \nWHEN \nSeptember 13\, 2023\n8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. \nWHERE \nSoutheast Agricultural Research and Extension Center\n1446 Auction Rd.\nManheim\, PA 17545 \nWho is this for? \n\nCommercial and Public Pesticide Applicators\nPrivate Pesticide Applicators\nCertified Crop Advisors\n\nWhat will you learn? \nPenn State Extension Specialists and Educators will provide the latest information on: \n\nWeed management of agronomic crops\nDisease management of corn and soybeans\nAgronomic management of soybean and wheat\nPesticide safety education\n\nCredits Available \n6 CORE\n6 PC\n6 Cat. 01\n6 Cat. 18\nPreregistration is required! \nRegister By: September 8\, 2023 11:59 p.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/field-crop-recertification-school/
LOCATION:Southeast Agricultural Research and Extension Center\, 1446 Auction Road\, Manheim\, PA\, 17545\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230914
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230426T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T153458Z
UID:10000158-1694563200-1694649599@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Transitioning Land to a New Generation: Getting Started
DESCRIPTION:Partnering with the nation’s leading experts in land transfer\, we are creating an adaptable\, skills-based curriculum. This curriculum will serve ag service providers working with a new generation of producers and landowners as they navigate the complex financial\, legal\, and interpersonal issues involved in land and business transfer. Transitioning Land to a New Generation: Getting Started builds on our previous Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program\, or BFRDP\, grant project\, Farmland for the Next Generation. It is part of many ongoing\, multi-faceted partnerships with organizations committed to helping beginning producers succeed. \nThis is an on-demand webinar. Available any day until:\nNovember 1\, 202311:59 p.m. \nViewing in Eastern Time\nFormat: On-Demand Webinar \nWe are honored to work among such colleagues and are excited to create this adaptable and innovative resource. An attorney from Penn State Law will also be in attendance to provide legal guidance. \nWho is this for? \n\nNew and beginning farmers\nTransitioning farmers\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nNavigate the complex financial\, legal\, and interpersonal issues involved in land and business transfer\nAddress three paths to land access: leasing\, purchasing\, and receiving land through inheritance or gift\n\nThis event is part of an American Farmland Trust curriculum. \nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the on-demand webinar. \nRegistration Deadline: November 1\, 2023 @ 11:59 p.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/transitioning-land-to-a-new-generation-getting-started/2023-09-13/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Farmer-Transition.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230807T163826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T163826Z
UID:10000286-1694008800-1694016000@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:English for Agriculture / Inglés para la Agricultura
DESCRIPTION:The goal of this class is to advance the knowledge of English in Pennsylvania agricultural workers\, focusing on the poultry industry. Attendees will create a personalized handbook with keywords and phrases that will be identified from the five basic objectives (conversational\, safety\, job duties\, biosecurity\, and animal welfare). \nAugust 23-October 4\, 2023 \n2 p.m. – 4 p.m. \nPenn State Extension Lebanon County\n2120 Cornwall Rd #1\nLebanon\, PA 17042 \nWho is this for? \n\nAgricultural workers who wish to improve their English\nAnyone who wants to learn English through agricultural scenarios\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nBasic conversational English\nBasic safety\nJob specific duties\nBiosecurity\nAnimal welfare\nReview/special request topics from attendees\n\nSpace is limited – preregistration is recommended.\nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants.\nRegistration Deadline \nAugust 21\, 202312:00 AM\nAgenda\nHere’s the schedule for the training options. \nViewing in Eastern Time\nBasic conversational English\n8/23/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nBasic Safety\n8/30/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nJob Specific Duties\n9/6/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nBiosecurity\n9/20/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nAnimal Welfare\n9/27/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nReview/Special Request Topics From Attendees\n10/4/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET \nEl objetivo de esta clase es avanzar en el conocimiento del inglés en los trabajadores agrícolas de Pensilvania\, con un enfoque en la industria avícola. Los asistentes crearán un manual personalizado con palabras y frases clave que se identificarán a partir de los 5 objetivos básicos (conversacional\, seguridad\, funciones laborales\, bioseguridad y bienestar animal). Los asistentes también se dividirán en grupos para practicar temas de conversación que incluyan escenarios que pueden ocurrir en la granja. También se incluirán juegos y otras actividades interactivas. \n23 de agosto-4 de octubre de 2023 \nPenn State Extension Lebanon County\n2120 Cornwall Rd #1\nLebanon\, PA 17042\n¿Para quién es esto? \nTrabajadores agrícolas que deseen mejorar su inglés\nCualquiera que quiera aprender inglés a través de escenarios agrícolas\n¿Que aprenderás? \nInglés conversacional básico\nSeguridad básica\nDeberes específicos\nBioseguridad\nBienestar animal\nRevisión/temas de solicitudes especiales de los asistentes\nEl espacio es limitado – se recomienda registrarse previamente.\nEste evento se ofrece sin cargo para los participantes.\nPlazo de inscripción\n21 de agosto de 2023 \nOrden del día\nEste es el horario de las sesiones de formación.\nSe está viendo en la Hora del este\nInglés Conversacional Básico\n23/8/23\n14:00-16:00 ET\nSeguridad Básica\n30/8/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nDeberes específicos del trabajo\n6/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nBioseguridad\n20/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nBienestar Animal\n27/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nRevisión/Temas de Solicitudes Especiales de los Asistentes\n4/10/23\n14:00-16:00 ET
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/english-for-agriculture-ingles-para-la-agricultura/2023-09-06/
LOCATION:Penn State Extension Lebanon County\, 2120 Cornwall Rd.\, #1\, Lebanon\, 17042\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/English-for-Ag.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230814T125542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T125542Z
UID:10000290-1693414800-1693422000@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Let's Cook Charcuterie Boards
DESCRIPTION:Do you like to entertain? Do you want to switch up your ordinary meal routine? Let’s Cook Charcuterie Boards is for you if you answered yes to any of these questions! Charcuterie boards can make a fun family meal or can serve as a creative appetizer. Learn the basic steps to create an exciting board in this class! \nWhen\nWednesday\, Aug. 30\, 2023 | 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. ET \nWhere\nPenn State Extension – Lebanon County\n2120 Cornwall Rd.\, Ste. 1\nLebanon\, PA 17042 \nIn this hands-on class\, we invite you to practice creating condiments from scratch and putting a delicious charcuterie board together with Penn State Extension Educators. What are you waiting for? Let’s Cook with Extension! \nWho is this for? \n\nAnyone interested in learning about charcuterie boards\nAnyone interested in learning about fun and nutritious entertaining ideas\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nThe basic components of a charcuterie board.\nTips and recipe ideas to create a healthy charcuterie board for entertaining.\nHow to make a charcuterie board a healthy addition to any occasion.\nSpace is limited. Preregistration is required!\n\nRegistration Deadline \nAug. 28\, 2023\, 11:59 PM
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/lets-cook-charcuterie-boards/
LOCATION:Penn State Extension Lebanon County\, 2120 Cornwall Rd.\, #1\, Lebanon\, 17042\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Char.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230816T161316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T161316Z
UID:10000300-1693407600-1693411200@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL WORKSHOP  Farmers Market Manager Forum
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE WEBINAR \nThe Farmers Market Manager Forum is a meeting in which managers can discuss issues and share best practices with one another for improving their markets. \nEVENT DETAILS \nThis forum is held on the last Wednesday of every month. Support for this program comes from the Farmers Market Promotion Program Grant from the Agricultural Marketing Service of the USDA. \nWHEN \nWed.\, Aug. 30\, 2023\n(3 p.m. – 4 p.m. ET) \nWho is this for? \n\nThis event is for farmer’s market managers.\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nAttendees are encouraged to bring their questions and to participate in open discussion\nParticipants will learn from each other\n\nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants. \nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. \nRegistrants will also receive access to the webinar recording. \nRegister By: August 30\, 2023 4 p.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/virtual-workshop-farmers-market-manager-forum/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Market-Man.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230807T163826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T163826Z
UID:10000285-1693404000-1693411200@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:English for Agriculture / Inglés para la Agricultura
DESCRIPTION:The goal of this class is to advance the knowledge of English in Pennsylvania agricultural workers\, focusing on the poultry industry. Attendees will create a personalized handbook with keywords and phrases that will be identified from the five basic objectives (conversational\, safety\, job duties\, biosecurity\, and animal welfare). \nAugust 23-October 4\, 2023 \n2 p.m. – 4 p.m. \nPenn State Extension Lebanon County\n2120 Cornwall Rd #1\nLebanon\, PA 17042 \nWho is this for? \n\nAgricultural workers who wish to improve their English\nAnyone who wants to learn English through agricultural scenarios\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nBasic conversational English\nBasic safety\nJob specific duties\nBiosecurity\nAnimal welfare\nReview/special request topics from attendees\n\nSpace is limited – preregistration is recommended.\nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants.\nRegistration Deadline \nAugust 21\, 202312:00 AM\nAgenda\nHere’s the schedule for the training options. \nViewing in Eastern Time\nBasic conversational English\n8/23/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nBasic Safety\n8/30/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nJob Specific Duties\n9/6/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nBiosecurity\n9/20/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nAnimal Welfare\n9/27/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nReview/Special Request Topics From Attendees\n10/4/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET \nEl objetivo de esta clase es avanzar en el conocimiento del inglés en los trabajadores agrícolas de Pensilvania\, con un enfoque en la industria avícola. Los asistentes crearán un manual personalizado con palabras y frases clave que se identificarán a partir de los 5 objetivos básicos (conversacional\, seguridad\, funciones laborales\, bioseguridad y bienestar animal). Los asistentes también se dividirán en grupos para practicar temas de conversación que incluyan escenarios que pueden ocurrir en la granja. También se incluirán juegos y otras actividades interactivas. \n23 de agosto-4 de octubre de 2023 \nPenn State Extension Lebanon County\n2120 Cornwall Rd #1\nLebanon\, PA 17042\n¿Para quién es esto? \nTrabajadores agrícolas que deseen mejorar su inglés\nCualquiera que quiera aprender inglés a través de escenarios agrícolas\n¿Que aprenderás? \nInglés conversacional básico\nSeguridad básica\nDeberes específicos\nBioseguridad\nBienestar animal\nRevisión/temas de solicitudes especiales de los asistentes\nEl espacio es limitado – se recomienda registrarse previamente.\nEste evento se ofrece sin cargo para los participantes.\nPlazo de inscripción\n21 de agosto de 2023 \nOrden del día\nEste es el horario de las sesiones de formación.\nSe está viendo en la Hora del este\nInglés Conversacional Básico\n23/8/23\n14:00-16:00 ET\nSeguridad Básica\n30/8/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nDeberes específicos del trabajo\n6/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nBioseguridad\n20/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nBienestar Animal\n27/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nRevisión/Temas de Solicitudes Especiales de los Asistentes\n4/10/23\n14:00-16:00 ET
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/english-for-agriculture-ingles-para-la-agricultura/2023-08-30/
LOCATION:Penn State Extension Lebanon County\, 2120 Cornwall Rd.\, #1\, Lebanon\, 17042\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/English-for-Ag.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230831
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230426T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T153458Z
UID:10000157-1693353600-1693439999@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Transitioning Land to a New Generation: Getting Started
DESCRIPTION:Partnering with the nation’s leading experts in land transfer\, we are creating an adaptable\, skills-based curriculum. This curriculum will serve ag service providers working with a new generation of producers and landowners as they navigate the complex financial\, legal\, and interpersonal issues involved in land and business transfer. Transitioning Land to a New Generation: Getting Started builds on our previous Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program\, or BFRDP\, grant project\, Farmland for the Next Generation. It is part of many ongoing\, multi-faceted partnerships with organizations committed to helping beginning producers succeed. \nThis is an on-demand webinar. Available any day until:\nNovember 1\, 202311:59 p.m. \nViewing in Eastern Time\nFormat: On-Demand Webinar \nWe are honored to work among such colleagues and are excited to create this adaptable and innovative resource. An attorney from Penn State Law will also be in attendance to provide legal guidance. \nWho is this for? \n\nNew and beginning farmers\nTransitioning farmers\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nNavigate the complex financial\, legal\, and interpersonal issues involved in land and business transfer\nAddress three paths to land access: leasing\, purchasing\, and receiving land through inheritance or gift\n\nThis event is part of an American Farmland Trust curriculum. \nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the on-demand webinar. \nRegistration Deadline: November 1\, 2023 @ 11:59 p.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/transitioning-land-to-a-new-generation-getting-started/2023-08-30/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Farmer-Transition.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230711T121320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T121320Z
UID:10000239-1693310400-1693314000@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Why We Should Be Making Small Pruning Cuts -- Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE WEBINAR \nDetails Branch failure can be caused by wind\, ice\, snow\, or a climber aloft. Such breakage can result in costly property damage\, personal injury\, power outages\, or blocked roads. Join us as we explore how loads move through the vulnerable region of a branch union/fork. We then discuss the biology around why small cuts are better than larger cuts and the impacts of decay on wound closure after pruning. \nEVENT DETAILS \nJoin us for a one-hour webinar where you can earn SAF credits\, ISA credits\, and a Certificate of Attendance. \nWHEN \nTuesday\, Aug. 29\nNoon – 1 p.m. \nWho is this for? \n\nMunicipal managers\, foresters\, and arborists\nOthers interested in urban and community forestry\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nUnderstand how a branch deals with loading throughout the tree structure\nLearn how small cut closure reduces the likelihood of decay and later structural failure\n\nCredits Available \nA fee may be associated with the below credits. See the Fees tab for details. \nSociety of American Foresters CFE Credits (pending approval)\nInternational Society of Arboriculture Credits\nCertificate of Attendance for Professionals and Others to Self-Report\nPeer Volunteer/Master Gardener Update Training\nThank you to our partners: US Forest Service\, State and Private Forestry; Pennsylvania DCNR\, Bureau of Forestry; and Pennsylvania TreeVitalize Program\, Pennsylvania Community Trees. \nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. \nRegistrants will also receive access to the webinar recording. \nRegister By: August 29\, 2023 1:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/why-we-should-be-making-small-pruning-cuts-virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Small-Cuts.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230828T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230804T142009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T142009Z
UID:10000266-1693227600-1693234800@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Communicating with Farmers Under Stress; Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE WEBINAR \nJoin Extension Educators for this event for professionals who serve the agricultural industry and work with farmers and their families. This webinar will help ag professionals recognize the signs of stress and how to communicate with and respond to farmers and their family members when they need assistance. \nEVENT DETAILS \nThis complimentary webinar will be held to discuss effective communication strategies with farmers who may be experiencing stress and require assistance. \nWHEN \nAugust 28\, 2023\n1 p.m. – 3 p.m. \nWho is this for? \n\nAg Professionals\nFarm Employees\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nHow to identify signs of stress\nDiscover tips for handling stress on the job and when working with clients\nBecome aware of resources available for you or your clients\n\nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants. \nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. \nRegistrants will also receive access to the webinar recording. \nRegister By: August 27\, 202311:59 PM
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/communicating-with-farmers-under-stress-virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Farmers-under-stress.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230824T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230824T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230609T142032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T142032Z
UID:10000198-1692878400-1692883800@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Home Food Preservation: Fermented Pickles and Sauerkraut
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn the process of fermenting pickles and sauerkraut! \nWhen: Thursday\, Aug. 24\, 2023 | Noon – 1:30 p.m.\nRegistration deadline: Aug. 24\, 2023 | 1:30 p.m.\nHome Food Preservation: Fermented Pickles and Sauerkraut will explain the scientific reasoning behind today’s recommended methods for fermenting and processing pickles and sauerkraut\, while dispelling food preservation myths and unsafe practices of the past. In recent years\, there has been increasing interest in home food preservation. Fermenting pickles and sauerkraut is a great way to enjoy seasonal foods all year long. While this method of home food preservation has existed for centuries\, we have learned much about the science behind these practices in recent years. The ​Home Food Preservation ​series of webinars will provide you with the scientific background\, preparation tips\, and safe processing methods to preserve food at home. \nWhat will you learn? \n\nThe basics of water bath and atmospheric steam canning for processing fermented products\nThe important role acid plays in fermentation\nUse of optional ingredients\nFermented pickles\nSauerkraut
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/home-food-preservation-fermented-pickles-and-sauerkraut/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/kraut.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230807T163826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T163826Z
UID:10000284-1692799200-1692806400@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:English for Agriculture / Inglés para la Agricultura
DESCRIPTION:The goal of this class is to advance the knowledge of English in Pennsylvania agricultural workers\, focusing on the poultry industry. Attendees will create a personalized handbook with keywords and phrases that will be identified from the five basic objectives (conversational\, safety\, job duties\, biosecurity\, and animal welfare). \nAugust 23-October 4\, 2023 \n2 p.m. – 4 p.m. \nPenn State Extension Lebanon County\n2120 Cornwall Rd #1\nLebanon\, PA 17042 \nWho is this for? \n\nAgricultural workers who wish to improve their English\nAnyone who wants to learn English through agricultural scenarios\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nBasic conversational English\nBasic safety\nJob specific duties\nBiosecurity\nAnimal welfare\nReview/special request topics from attendees\n\nSpace is limited – preregistration is recommended.\nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants.\nRegistration Deadline \nAugust 21\, 202312:00 AM\nAgenda\nHere’s the schedule for the training options. \nViewing in Eastern Time\nBasic conversational English\n8/23/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nBasic Safety\n8/30/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nJob Specific Duties\n9/6/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nBiosecurity\n9/20/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nAnimal Welfare\n9/27/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET\nReview/Special Request Topics From Attendees\n10/4/23\n2:00 PM-4:00 PM ET \nEl objetivo de esta clase es avanzar en el conocimiento del inglés en los trabajadores agrícolas de Pensilvania\, con un enfoque en la industria avícola. Los asistentes crearán un manual personalizado con palabras y frases clave que se identificarán a partir de los 5 objetivos básicos (conversacional\, seguridad\, funciones laborales\, bioseguridad y bienestar animal). Los asistentes también se dividirán en grupos para practicar temas de conversación que incluyan escenarios que pueden ocurrir en la granja. También se incluirán juegos y otras actividades interactivas. \n23 de agosto-4 de octubre de 2023 \nPenn State Extension Lebanon County\n2120 Cornwall Rd #1\nLebanon\, PA 17042\n¿Para quién es esto? \nTrabajadores agrícolas que deseen mejorar su inglés\nCualquiera que quiera aprender inglés a través de escenarios agrícolas\n¿Que aprenderás? \nInglés conversacional básico\nSeguridad básica\nDeberes específicos\nBioseguridad\nBienestar animal\nRevisión/temas de solicitudes especiales de los asistentes\nEl espacio es limitado – se recomienda registrarse previamente.\nEste evento se ofrece sin cargo para los participantes.\nPlazo de inscripción\n21 de agosto de 2023 \nOrden del día\nEste es el horario de las sesiones de formación.\nSe está viendo en la Hora del este\nInglés Conversacional Básico\n23/8/23\n14:00-16:00 ET\nSeguridad Básica\n30/8/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nDeberes específicos del trabajo\n6/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nBioseguridad\n20/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nBienestar Animal\n27/9/23\n14:00-16:00 ET \nRevisión/Temas de Solicitudes Especiales de los Asistentes\n4/10/23\n14:00-16:00 ET
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/english-for-agriculture-ingles-para-la-agricultura/2023-08-23/
LOCATION:Penn State Extension Lebanon County\, 2120 Cornwall Rd.\, #1\, Lebanon\, 17042\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/English-for-Ag.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230609T142353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T142353Z
UID:10000197-1692277200-1692282600@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Home Food Preservation: Tomatoes and Salsa
DESCRIPTION:This event will cover the various methods to preserve tomatoes and make salsas. \nWhen: Thursday\, Aug. 17\, 2023 | 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\nRegistration deadline:\nAug.16\, 2023 | 11:59 p.m.\nThe Home Food Preservation: Tomatoes and Salsa event will explain the scientific reasoning behind today’s recommended methods for making and processing tomatoes and salsa\, while dispelling food preservation myths and unsafe practices of the past. In recent years\, there has been increasing interest in home food preservation. Canning is one method of food preservation that allows you to enjoy garden tomatoes all year long. While this method of home food preservation has existed for centuries\, we have learned a lot about the science behind this practice in the last few years. The Home Food Preservation series will provide you with the scientific background\, preparation tips\, and safe processing methods to preserve food at home. Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. Registrants will also receive access to the webinar recording. \nWho is this for?\nAnyone interested in learning the basics of food preservation \nWhat will you learn? \n\nThe basics of water bath and atmospheric steam canning for processing tomatoes and tomato products\nThe latest canning recommendations related to acidifying tomato products\nUse of research-tested recipes in canning salsa and other tomato products for safety\nPreserving fruit salsas
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/home-food-preservation-tomatoes-and-salsa/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230817
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230426T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T153458Z
UID:10000156-1692144000-1692230399@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Transitioning Land to a New Generation: Getting Started
DESCRIPTION:Partnering with the nation’s leading experts in land transfer\, we are creating an adaptable\, skills-based curriculum. This curriculum will serve ag service providers working with a new generation of producers and landowners as they navigate the complex financial\, legal\, and interpersonal issues involved in land and business transfer. Transitioning Land to a New Generation: Getting Started builds on our previous Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program\, or BFRDP\, grant project\, Farmland for the Next Generation. It is part of many ongoing\, multi-faceted partnerships with organizations committed to helping beginning producers succeed. \nThis is an on-demand webinar. Available any day until:\nNovember 1\, 202311:59 p.m. \nViewing in Eastern Time\nFormat: On-Demand Webinar \nWe are honored to work among such colleagues and are excited to create this adaptable and innovative resource. An attorney from Penn State Law will also be in attendance to provide legal guidance. \nWho is this for? \n\nNew and beginning farmers\nTransitioning farmers\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nNavigate the complex financial\, legal\, and interpersonal issues involved in land and business transfer\nAddress three paths to land access: leasing\, purchasing\, and receiving land through inheritance or gift\n\nThis event is part of an American Farmland Trust curriculum. \nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the on-demand webinar. \nRegistration Deadline: November 1\, 2023 @ 11:59 p.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/transitioning-land-to-a-new-generation-getting-started/2023-08-16/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230626T160831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T160831Z
UID:10000223-1692122400-1692133200@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL LIVE WEBINAR  Farm Sense
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE WEBINAR \nFarm Sense is a four-session workshop that teaches farmers how to understand financial statements such as the cash flow statement\, the balance sheet\, and the income statement. \nEVENT DETAILS \nA four-week informative webinar focusing on the financials of your farm business. \nWHEN \nTuesdays\n(6 p.m. -9 p.m.)\nJuly 25\, 2023\nAugust 1\, 8\, & 15\, 2023 \nCourse participants will learn how to organize and use financial records to make informed financial and production decisions. The concepts covered promote better internal decisions for farm management and stronger relationships with external partners\, such as farm lenders. \nWho is this for? \nAll agricultural businesses\, business owners/operators\, and managers\, including Livestock\, Dairy\, Crops\, all Horticulture (including Orchards\, Greenhouses\, and Vegetable Operations)\, Diversified Farms\, Urban Farms\, and Hydroponic farms will benefit from Farm Sense. Also\, FSA Loan Recipients in need of Borrower Training. \nWhat will you learn? \n\nCash Management\nNet Worth\nProfit and Loss\nBudgeting and Scenarios\nManaging for Farm Disasters\nProduction Planning\n\nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinars. \nRegistrants will also receive access to the webinar recordings. \nRegister By: July 25\, 2023 6 p.m.\nViewing in Eastern Time
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/virtual-live-webinar-farm-sense/2023-08-15/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Farm-Sense.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230707T161428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T161428Z
UID:10000238-1691658000-1691683200@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Penn State's Ag Progress Days
DESCRIPTION:Hosting an in-person event\, where all can come together to connect\nPenn State’s Ag Progress Days\, held annually during three days in August\, is Pennsylvania’s largest outdoor agricultural exposition. With over 400 exhibitors from the United States and Canada\, there is something for everyone to enjoy at no cost as parking and admission are free. The show is hosted by Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences and showcases educational programs\, current research\, and the latest innovations in agricultural equipment and technology. \nAg Progress Days features may include: \n\n80+ acres for Crops and Machinery Demonstrations\n55 acres for Indoor and Outdoor Exhibits\n40+ Educational Presentations to Ask the Experts and On-Demand Video Resources\n30 Active Demonstrations around the grounds on topics such as Healthy Lifestyle\, Cooking\, Ag Safety & Health\, Farm & Business\, Animals & Livestock\, Equine\,\nAgronomic Crops & Soils\, and Forest & Wildlife\n20 Equipment Demonstrations for Equipment and Field Machinery\n20 Meetings for Agricultural Associations and Governmental Agencies15 Youth and 4H activities such as Sunflower Maze\, Pollinators\, Rabbits\, Wildlife\, Plants\, Insects\, and Family Fun\n5 Tours to highlight current research activities at the Research Center and Virtual Tours\n7 Local Non-Profit Food Vendors\n2 Locations for Antiques in the Pasto Agricultural Museum and the Tractor Display\n2 Special Events may be held: Penn State Ag Alumni Ice Cream Social and College of Ag\, Dean’s Town Hall Session\n\n2023 Event Information \nDates:\nTuesday\, August 8 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.\nWednesday\, August 9 | 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.\nThursday\, August 10 | 9 a.m. – 4p.m. \nLocation:\nRussell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center\n2710 W. Pine Grove Road\nPennsylvania Furnace\, PA 16865
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/penn-states-ag-progress-days/
LOCATION:Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center\, 1794 W Pine Grove Rd.\, Pennsylvania Furnace\, PA\, 16865\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Penn-States-Ag-Progress-Days-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230626T160831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T160831Z
UID:10000222-1691517600-1691528400@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL LIVE WEBINAR  Farm Sense
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE WEBINAR \nFarm Sense is a four-session workshop that teaches farmers how to understand financial statements such as the cash flow statement\, the balance sheet\, and the income statement. \nEVENT DETAILS \nA four-week informative webinar focusing on the financials of your farm business. \nWHEN \nTuesdays\n(6 p.m. -9 p.m.)\nJuly 25\, 2023\nAugust 1\, 8\, & 15\, 2023 \nCourse participants will learn how to organize and use financial records to make informed financial and production decisions. The concepts covered promote better internal decisions for farm management and stronger relationships with external partners\, such as farm lenders. \nWho is this for? \nAll agricultural businesses\, business owners/operators\, and managers\, including Livestock\, Dairy\, Crops\, all Horticulture (including Orchards\, Greenhouses\, and Vegetable Operations)\, Diversified Farms\, Urban Farms\, and Hydroponic farms will benefit from Farm Sense. Also\, FSA Loan Recipients in need of Borrower Training. \nWhat will you learn? \n\nCash Management\nNet Worth\nProfit and Loss\nBudgeting and Scenarios\nManaging for Farm Disasters\nProduction Planning\n\nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinars. \nRegistrants will also receive access to the webinar recordings. \nRegister By: July 25\, 2023 6 p.m.\nViewing in Eastern Time
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/virtual-live-webinar-farm-sense/2023-08-08/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Farm-Sense.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230707T161607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T161607Z
UID:10000236-1691485200-1691514000@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Penn State's Ag Progress Days
DESCRIPTION:Hosting an in-person event\, where all can come together to connect\nPenn State’s Ag Progress Days\, held annually during three days in August\, is Pennsylvania’s largest outdoor agricultural exposition. With over 400 exhibitors from the United States and Canada\, there is something for everyone to enjoy at no cost as parking and admission are free. The show is hosted by Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences and showcases educational programs\, current research\, and the latest innovations in agricultural equipment and technology. \nAg Progress Days features may include: \n\n80+ acres for Crops and Machinery Demonstrations\n55 acres for Indoor and Outdoor Exhibits\n40+ Educational Presentations to Ask the Experts and On-Demand Video Resources\n30 Active Demonstrations around the grounds on topics such as Healthy Lifestyle\, Cooking\, Ag Safety & Health\, Farm & Business\, Animals & Livestock\, Equine\,\nAgronomic Crops & Soils\, and Forest & Wildlife\n20 Equipment Demonstrations for Equipment and Field Machinery\n20 Meetings for Agricultural Associations and Governmental Agencies\n15 Youth and 4H activities such as Sunflower Maze\, Pollinators\, Rabbits\, Wildlife\, Plants\, Insects\, and Family Fun\n5 Tours to highlight current research activities at the Research Center and Virtual Tours\n7 Local Non-Profit Food Vendors\n2 Locations for Antiques in the Pasto Agricultural Museum and the Tractor Display\n2 Special Events may be held: Penn State Ag Alumni Ice Cream Social and College of Ag\, Dean’s Town Hall Session\n\n2023 Event Information \nDates:\nTuesday\, August 8 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.\nWednesday\, August 9 | 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.\nThursday\, August 10 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nLocation:\nRussell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center\n2710 W. Pine Grove Road\nPennsylvania Furnace\, PA 16865 \n 
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/penn-states-ag-progress-days-3/
LOCATION:Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center\, 1794 W Pine Grove Rd.\, Pennsylvania Furnace\, PA\, 16865\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Penn-States-Ag-Progress-Days.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230609T142804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T142804Z
UID:10000196-1690999200-1691004600@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Home Food Preservation: Pickling
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about pickling foods! \nWhen: Wednesday\, Aug. 2\, 2023 | 6 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.\nRegistration deadline: July 31\, 2023 | 11:59 p.m.\nHome Food Preservation: Pickling will explain the scientific reasoning behind today’s recommended methods for making and processing pickled products\, while dispelling food preservation myths and unsafe practices of the past. In recent years\, there has been increasing interest in home food preservation. Canning\, in the form of pickling\, is a great way to enjoy seasonal foods all year long. While this method of home food preservation has existed for centuries\, we have learned much about the science behind this practice in recent years. The Home Food Preservation series of webinars will provide you with the scientific background\, preparation tips\, and safe processing methods to preserve food at home. \nWhat will you learn? \n\nThe basics of water bath and atmospheric steam canning for processing pickled products\, which include pickles\, other vegetables\, fruits and relishes\nThe important role acid plays in canning pickled products\nUse of optional ingredients\nRefrigerator pickles\nFermented pickles
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/home-food-preservation-pickling/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/pickles.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230803
DTSTAMP:20260421T094031
CREATED:20230426T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T153458Z
UID:10000155-1690934400-1691020799@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Transitioning Land to a New Generation: Getting Started
DESCRIPTION:Partnering with the nation’s leading experts in land transfer\, we are creating an adaptable\, skills-based curriculum. This curriculum will serve ag service providers working with a new generation of producers and landowners as they navigate the complex financial\, legal\, and interpersonal issues involved in land and business transfer. Transitioning Land to a New Generation: Getting Started builds on our previous Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program\, or BFRDP\, grant project\, Farmland for the Next Generation. It is part of many ongoing\, multi-faceted partnerships with organizations committed to helping beginning producers succeed. \nThis is an on-demand webinar. Available any day until:\nNovember 1\, 202311:59 p.m. \nViewing in Eastern Time\nFormat: On-Demand Webinar \nWe are honored to work among such colleagues and are excited to create this adaptable and innovative resource. An attorney from Penn State Law will also be in attendance to provide legal guidance. \nWho is this for? \n\nNew and beginning farmers\nTransitioning farmers\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nNavigate the complex financial\, legal\, and interpersonal issues involved in land and business transfer\nAddress three paths to land access: leasing\, purchasing\, and receiving land through inheritance or gift\n\nThis event is part of an American Farmland Trust curriculum. \nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the on-demand webinar. \nRegistration Deadline: November 1\, 2023 @ 11:59 p.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/transitioning-land-to-a-new-generation-getting-started/2023-08-02/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Farmer-Transition.png
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