BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Grow Together - ECPv6.13.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Grow Together
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Grow Together
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20230312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20231105T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230914
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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:20260421T113313
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230831
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230828T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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:20260421T113313
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:20260421T113313
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:20260421T113313
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/salsa.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230817
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Farmer-Transition.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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:20260421T113313
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230803
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230626T160831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T160831Z
UID:10000221-1690912800-1690923600@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/2023-08-01/
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:20230801T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230609T144402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T144402Z
UID:10000192-1690891200-1690894800@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Connecting Milk Quality with Udder and Animal Health -Virtual
DESCRIPTION:About the webinar \nIs there a relationship between animal and udder health and the quality of milk that is produced? During Connecting Milk Quality with Udder and Animal Health\, we will explore best practices and tools that can be applied for maintaining animal and udder health. We will look at the importance of monitoring and tracking milk quality indicators\, including somatic cell count (SCC)\, and discuss how toxins and enzymes affect product quality. \nEvent details \nA free\, informative webinar discussing the connection between milk quality and animal and udder health. \nWhen: Aug. 1\, 2023 | Noon – 1 p.m. \nWho is this for? \n\nDairy producers\nDairy processors and field personnel\nFarmstead and artisan dairy processors\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nInfluences of animal health on milk attributes\nBest practices for udder health\nIndicators to monitor related to udder and animal health\nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants.\n\nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. Registrants will also receive access to the webinar recording. \n 
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/connecting-milk-quality-with-udder-and-animal-health-virtual/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Connecting-Milk-Quality.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230609T143012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T143012Z
UID:10000195-1690621200-1690632000@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Home Food Preservation Can-Along: Pressure Canning Green Beans
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this informative event and learn the step-by-step process of pressure canning Green Beans! \nWhen: Saturday\, July 29\, 2023 | 9 a.m. –  Noon\nRegistration deadline: July 24\, 2023 | 11:59 p.m.\nDoes using a pressure canner make you nervous? Do you have a pressure canner but aren’t sure how to use it? Join us for Home Food Preservation Can-Along: Pressure Canning Green Beans and follow a Penn State Extension Educator as they walk you step-by-step through the process of pressure canning green beans. \nUpon submitting your registration\, you will receive access to an informative\, previously recorded lecture that will help ensure you are up-to-date on the latest research-based methods. Access to the lecture\, as well as the ingredient and supply list for the can-along\, will be provided in your registration confirmation email. The session is designed to encourage attendees to participate using their cameras and microphones\, as desired\, to better engage with the educator. Capacity for the session is limited to ensure an inclusive experience. Two hours have been reserved for the can-along; however\, depending on the pace of the group\, the session may have an earlier finish time. Plan to participate in the live webinar as this event will not be recorded for later distribution. Registration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. \nWho is this for? \n\nNew home food preservers\nExperienced home food preservers\nWhat will you learn?\nThe latest canning recommendations based on USDA canning guidelines
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/home-food-preservation-can-along-pressure-canning-green-beans/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/greenbeans.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230626T160831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T160831Z
UID:10000220-1690308000-1690318800@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/2023-07-25/
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;VALUE=DATE:20230719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230720
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230426T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T153458Z
UID:10000154-1689724800-1689811199@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/2023-07-19/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Farmer-Transition.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230615T120825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T120825Z
UID:10000201-1689705000-1689712200@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Pasture Walks with Extension: Dairy
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop \nJoin Penn State Extension Educators for Pasture Walks with Extension: Dairy! This event will take place on a dairy farm\, and the topics discussed are extending the grazing season\, silvopasture and rotational grazing. \nEvent Details \nJoin us at a local farm to learn about the benefits of rotational grazing and how it can improve farming practices. \nWhen \nJuly 18\, 2023\n(6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.) \nWhere \nSpringwood Dairy\n1143 Gap Road\nKinzers\, PA 17535 \nAbout the Series \nGet outside for a pasture walk with the Penn State Extension Dairy\, Livestock\, Equine\, and Agronomy Teams! Are you interested in learning more about improving pasture quality for your grazing animals? Pasture Walk with Extension topics will include soil testing\, pasture evaluation\, rotational grazing\, and pasture management and renovation. This series of pasture walks will visit multiple farms across the state of Pennsylvania. \nWho is this for? \n\nDairy farmers\nFarmers who graze their animals\nFarmers interested in rotational grazing\nPeople interested in silvopasture systems\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nTips for extending the grazing season\nRotational grazing strategies\nWays to incorporate trees into a grazing system\nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants.\n\nSpace is limited. Preregistration is recommended! \nRegister By\nJuly 17\, 11:59 p.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/pasture-walks-with-extension-dairy/
LOCATION:Springwood Dairy\, 1143 Gap Road\, Kinzers\, PA\, 17535\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Pature-Walk.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230613T133708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T133708Z
UID:10000200-1689667200-1689699600@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Agronomic Field Diagnostic Clinic
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE WORKSHOP \nThis one-day field clinic is designed to improve the agronomic management skills of industry personnel\, extension and public agents\, crop consultants\, and farmers. \nEVENT DETAILS \nAttend a full day of presentations\, rotate through structured workstations\, and more! Lunch will be provided. \nWHEN \nJuly 18\, 2023\n(9 a.m. – 3 p.m.) \nWHERE \nRussell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center\n1794 W Pine Grove Rd.\nPennsylvania Furnace\, PA 16865 \nSpecialists from Penn State and the agricultural realm will provide hands-on diagnosis training in crop production\, pest management\, soil fertility\, and soil and water conservation. Participants will be involved in a variety of topics and have ample opportunity to diagnose\, solve\, and discuss crop management problems and situations\, and evaluate new and alternative management strategies. \nPractical information about interacting factors (nutrients\, pests\, environmental stress) that affect crop management and are unique to Northeastern agriculture can be discussed. \nWho is this for? \n\nIndustry personnel\nExtension and public agents\nCrop consultants\nFarmers\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nUpdates on Tar Spot management in corn\nForage species selection and quality issues\nOverview of short-statured corn varieties and utility\nHow to calculate nitrogen inputs to corn from cover crops and other useful tools\nHow to measure the impacts of tillage practices on soil loss and residue management\nCredit Information\n\nIn addition to gaining practical agronomic knowledge\, the below credits can be obtained. \nCertified Crop Advisor (CCA) – 4 CCA Credits in CM\, PM\, NM\, and SW\, as well as nutrient management and pesticide applicator license credits. \nPreregistration is required! \nRegister By: July 11\, 2023 11:59 p.m. EST
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/agronomic-field-diagnostic-clinic/
LOCATION:Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center\, 1794 W Pine Grove Rd.\, Pennsylvania Furnace\, PA\, 16865\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230317T174803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T174803Z
UID:10000086-1689170400-1689175800@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Home Food Preservation: Freezing (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Home Food Preservation: Freezing Foods will explain the scientific reasoning behind today’s recommended methods for freezing foods. \nWhen: Wed.\, Jul. 12\, 2023 (2:00 PM – 3:30 p.m. ET) \nFormat: Live Online via Zoom \nIn recent years\, there has been increased interest in home food preservation. Freezing 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 quite some time\, we have learned a lot about the science behind this practice in recent years. \nThe Home Food Preservation series will provide you with the scientific background\, preparation tips\, and safe processing methods to preserve food at home. \nWho is this for? \n\nAnyone interested in learning the basics of food preservation\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nThe basic principles behind freezing fruits\, vegetables\, herbs\, and meat to assure a safe product\nVarious methods of freezing fruits\, vegetables\, herbs\, and meats\nPre-treatment steps such as blanching and anti-darkening soaking solutions to ensure a quality product\n\nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. \nRegistrants will also receive access to the webinar recording. \nRegistration Deadline: July 7\, 202311:59 p.m. est
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/home-food-preservation-freezing-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Freezer-Preservation.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230609T144545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T144545Z
UID:10000194-1689166800-1689172200@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Home Food Preservation: Atmospheric Steam Canning
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of atmospheric steam canning during this informative event!\nWhen: Wednesday\, July 12\, 2023 | 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\nRegistration deadline: July 10\, 2023 | 11:59 p.m. \nJoin us for Home Food Preservation: Atmospheric Steam Canning and learn the basics of atmospheric steam canning. In recent years\, there has been increasing interest in home food preservation. Canning is one method of food preservation that allows you to enjoy seasonal foods all year long. \nWhile this method of home food preservation has existed for centuries\, we have learned much about the science behind safe canning methods in recent years. We will provide research to dispel food preservation myths and unsafe practices and discuss practical tips to ensure a positive experience when atmospheric steam canning foods. \nThe Home Food Preservation series will provide you with the scientific background\, preparation tips\, and safe processing methods to preserve food at home. \nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. Registrants will also receive access to the webinar recording.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/home-food-preservation-atmospheric-steam-canning/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/pressure-canning.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230626T162940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T162940Z
UID:10000224-1689148800-1689161400@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Agronomy Weed Science Tour
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE WORKSHOP \nThe Agronomy Weed Science Tour will showcase some new herbicide products and competitive programs in field corn and soybean. Field experiments focusing on marestail and waterhemp management and integrated weed management programs with cover crops will also be highlighted. Additionally\, updates about herbicides in forages and other crops will be discussed. \nEVENT DETAILS \nAttend this free half-day in-person workshop and take a tour of the Agronomy Farm\, get updates on weed management\, herbicides\, and more! \nWHEN \nJuly 12\, 2023\n8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. \nWHERE \nRussell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center – Agronomy Farm\n1796 W. Pine Grove Rd.\nPennsylvania Furnace\, PA 16865 \nWho is this for? \n\nIndustry representatives\nCrop consultants\nSeed dealers\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nShowcase research plots and discuss new herbicides for agronomic crops\nManagement programs for waterhemp and marestail\nIntegrated weed management using cover crops\nWeed ecology research updates\n\nLunch will not be provided at this event. \nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants. \nRegister By\nJuly 11\, 2023 11:59 p.m.
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/agronomy-weed-science-tour/
LOCATION:Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center – Agronomy Farm\, 1796 W. Pine Grove Road\, Pennsylvania Furnace\, PA\, 16865\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Agronomy-Weed.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230606T120356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T120403Z
UID:10000191-1689076800-1689080400@www.growtogetherberks.com
SUMMARY:Feed and Milk Quality: Is There a Connection? Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:About the Webinar \nYou are what you eat is a saying suggesting our health can be influenced by our diet. Does this apply to cows generating milk? Feed and Milk Quality: Is There a Connection? will explore the connection between diet and the production of quality milk. Issues related to milk product stability\, composition and contaminants will be discussed as to potential causes and preventive options. \nEvent Details \nA free informative webinar discussing dairy cows’ feed diet and how it relates to milk production and quality. \nWhen \nJuly 11\, 2023\n(Noon- 1 p.m.) \nFormat \nLive Online\nvia Zoom \nWho is this for? \n\nDairy producers\nDairy processors and field personnel\nFarmstead and artisan dairy processors\n\nWhat will you learn? \n\nThe connection between feed and milk quality attributes\nFeed hygiene and routes through which pathogens and spoilage organisms are introduced into dairy feeds\nThe effects of feed quality on finished dairy products\nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants.\n\nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. \nRegistrants will also receive access to the webinar recording. \nRegister by\nJuly 11\, 2023\, 1 p.m. EST
URL:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/event/feed-and-milk-quality-is-there-a-connection-virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Milk-Feed.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230706
DTSTAMP:20260421T113313
CREATED:20230426T153458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T153458Z
UID:10000153-1688515200-1688601599@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/2023-07-05/
LOCATION:Online\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.growtogetherberks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Farmer-Transition.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR