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Find your next event here, from credit courses to weekend family fun! This calendar is a community effort to benefit farmers and non-farmers alike! Browse events by photo tiles, list, or calendar view. Search by titles, topics, audience or other criteria. Click the event title for more details on each event.

  • Private Pesticide Applicator Short Course

    Private Pesticide Applicator Short Course
    Penn State Extension (Lehigh) 4184 Dorney Park Road, Ste 104, Allentown, PA, United States

    ABOUT THE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP Prepare for Pennsylvania’s private pesticide applicator licensing exam in this fast-paced, two-day course. Participants will review essential material from the Private Pesticide Core and Supplemental Manual through structured presentations, small-group activities, and classroom discussions. Each chapter will be summarized, highlighting key concepts in pesticide safety, handling, and application, providing participants with…

  • AgWorks: Helping Employees Achieve Work–Life Balance

    Online , United States

    Event Details When: February 20, 2026 (1:00 PM-3:00 PM ET) Registration deadline: February 20, 2026 1:00 p.m. About The Live Webinar Concerns about mental health and substance use continue to rise, making it increasingly important to support employees' well-being. This webinar will explore strategies to strengthen work–life balance, improve mental health, and reduce burnout, ultimately…

  • Layer Tech School in Spanish

    Layer Tech School in Spanish
    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR "Layer Tech School in Spanish" is a Spanish-language training program for poultry workers and technicians involved in egg production. The program provides practical, research-informed instruction on animal welfare, bird health, biosecurity, egg safety, nutrition, housing systems, and farm safety. Designed for real-world application, sessions emphasize daily decision-making, problem-solving, and best practices…

  • AgWorks: Wage and Hour Laws—Calculation and Enforcement

    Online , United States

    Event Details When: February 24, 2026 (12:00 PM-2:00 PM ET) Registration deadline: February 24, 2026 12:00 p.m. About The Live Webinar Understanding wage and hour laws is essential for every employer. During this AgWorks webinar, participants will learn how to ensure fair and compliant pay practices under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Topics include…

  • Food Safety Modernization Act: Produce Grower Certification Training

    Lancaster Farm and Home Center 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster, United States

    ABOUT THE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP "Food Safety Modernization Act: Produce Grower Certification Training" is designed for Pennsylvania fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and the co-management of natural resources and food safety. The Produce Safety Alliance (PSA)…

  • Pesticide Applicator Short Course: Learning Together Live

    Penn State Extension (Chester) 01 Westtown Rd., Ste. 370 Rm. 351E, West Chester, United States

    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…

    $60.00
  • AgWorks: Employee Records and Compliance

    Online , United States

    Event Details When: February 25, 2026 (10:00 AM-12:00 PM ET) Registration deadline: February 25, 2026 10:00 a.m. About The Live Webinar Accurate and organized employee records are essential to HR compliance—but they don't have to be daunting. During this AgWorks session, participants will learn what documentation must be collected and maintained for each employee, including…

  • Managing Corn Silage for Profit: Mycotoxin Management

    Online , United States

    Event Details When: February 25, 2026 (12:00 PM-2:00 PM ET) Registration deadline: February 25, 2026 12:00 p.m. About the Live Webinar Explore the challenges of molds and mycotoxins in corn silage production with insights from both agronomic and nutritional perspectives. Agronomy Extension Educator Adriana Murillo-Williams will address field-level strategies for identifying high-risk areas and controlling…

    $10
  • Basics of Hydroponic Production

    Basics of Hydroponic Production
    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Join us for a five-week webinar series exploring the science of hydroponic production. University researchers and educators will provide a solid foundation in key topics, including system design, lighting, nutrient management, and food safety. Participants will also learn about aquaponics, microgreens, and strategies for managing common insect and disease challenges in…

    $50
  • Hold Your Horses: What to Know When Buying a New Horse

    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Thinking about buying a horse or recently added one to your barn? Hold Your Horses: What to Know When Buying a New Horse is a three-part webinar series designed to guide you through the essential steps of horse ownership—from choosing the right horse to maintaining its health and well-being. Participants will…

    $15
  • Strong Foundations: Raising Resilient Calves

    Strong Foundations: Raising Resilient Calves
    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Join Penn State Extension for a free educational webinar series designed to help you strengthen your approach to calf care. This three-part series will cover science-based practices to promote calf health, with an emphasis on providing support to calves as they transition from the dairy farm to another destination. WHEN Thursdays,…

  • Pesticide Applicator Short Course: Learning Together Live

    Penn State Extension (Chester) 01 Westtown Rd., Ste. 370 Rm. 351E, West Chester, United States

    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…

    $60.00

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