AgWorks: Special Laws for Seasonal or Temporary Workers
Learn how Pennsylvania and federal labor laws regulate seasonal and temporary agricultural workers, including wages, housing, transportation, and employer compliance responsibilities.
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Learn how Pennsylvania and federal labor laws regulate seasonal and temporary agricultural workers, including wages, housing, transportation, and employer compliance responsibilities.
Learn the essential HR steps for compliant and successful hiring, from job descriptions and pay structures to required postings and key employer responsibilities in Pennsylvania. Length 2 hours Language English Event Format Virtual | Live
ABOUT THE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Learn about the safe and effective handling of pesticides in a classroom-based workshop designed to prepare participants for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Certified Pesticide Applicator exam. Each session combines recorded presentations with an in-person instructor, who will answer questions, facilitate discussion, and support participants in understanding the material, helping them…
ABOUT THE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Learn about the safe and effective handling of pesticides in a classroom-based workshop designed to prepare participants for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Certified Pesticide Applicator exam. Each session combines recorded presentations with an in-person instructor, who will answer questions, facilitate discussion, and support participants in understanding the material, helping them…
ABOUT THE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Strengthen your food safety expertise with this one-day ServSafe® Review and Exam, designed for individuals renewing their ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification. Participants will revisit essential food safety principles through a focused review session before completing the certification exam. First-time examinees are encouraged to prepare by enrolling in one of our…
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Penn State Extension continues its webinar series surrounding operational efficiency for dairy producers with a focused session on navigating robotic milking systems. Joe Bender, associate professor of clinical dairy production medicine at University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, will present a practical “Robotic Milking Roadmap,” outlining key considerations before transitioning…
Learn how to hire temporary foreign workers using H-2A and H-2B visa programs, including job eligibility, employer requirements, and wage calculations. Length 2 hours Language English Event Format Virtual | Live
ABOUT THE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Join us for a hands-on workshop focused on practical animal health management strategies that support performance and long-term sustainability. Participants will learn proper procedures for administering medications, explore low-stress livestock handling and system design, and receive guidance on docking, castration, and hoof trimming. The program also includes an interactive exercise to…
Gain practical skills to identify on-farm resource concerns and determine appropriate conservation practices in this introductory training. As part of the Ag Conservation Keystone Training series, participants will explore foundational concepts that support effective conservation planning and technical assistance on agricultural lands. Register by May 31, 2026 $60/per person WHEN: June 3, 2026 (7:45 AM-4:30…
Gain practical skills to identify on-farm resource concerns and determine appropriate conservation practices in this introductory training. As part of the Ag Conservation Keystone Training series, participants will explore foundational concepts that support effective conservation planning and technical assistance on agricultural lands. Register by May 31, 2026 $60/per person WHEN: June 3, 2026 (7:45 AM-4:30…
Gain practical skills to identify on-farm resource concerns and determine appropriate conservation practices in this introductory training. As part of the Ag Conservation Keystone Training series, participants will explore foundational concepts that support effective conservation planning and technical assistance on agricultural lands. Register by May 31, 2026 $60/per person WHEN: June 3, 2026 (7:45 AM-4:30…
"Communication Skills for Spanish-Speaking Poultry Workers" is a free, four-week online course designed to help Spanish-speaking poultry workers build essential English and workplace skills. Participants will learn basic English vocabulary, farm safety terms and phrases, and industry-specific terminology, while also gaining practical career development skills such as understanding workplace expectations, advancing in their careers, and…
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