Berks Ag Event Calendar

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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.

  • Making Instagram and Your Farm Business a Success

    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Discover how food entrepreneurs can harness the power of Instagram to elevate their brand, expand their audience, and increase profitability. Gain essential tips and proven strategies for creating compelling content, growing a loyal following, and turning likes into sales. Learn how to optimize your Instagram presence to stand out in a…

  • Water Cooler Talk: PFAS and 6PPD-q in Delaware River Basin

    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Learn how the Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC)—a federal, multistate agency formed in 1961—works to manage, protect, and improve the basin’s vital water resources. This presentation will provide an overview of the DRBC’s water quality programs, with a focus on emerging contaminants such as PFAS and 6PPD-q. Attendees will gain insight…

  • Second Step: Developing a Business Plan – Virtual

    Online , United States

    Date: 8/21/2025 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EDT) Registration Deadline: 8/21/2025 5:10 PM (EDT) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Terri Cook 14126481542 Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Business Plan, Business Start-up/Preplanning, Managing a Business Description: Most financing options require a solid business plan. Learn all you need to know about operational…

  • Communication Skills for Spanish-Speaking Poultry Workers

    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR This 8-week online course is designed to teach basic English vocabulary, farm safety vocabulary and phrases, and poultry industry terms to Spanish-speaking poultry workers. It will also teach career development skills such as workplace expectations, how to get ahead in your career, and how to get along with your team. WHEN…

  • Transferring the Business: Family, Partners, or Team

    Online , United States

    Date: 8/19/2025 12:00 pm Registration Deadline: 8/19/2025 12:00 PM (EDT) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Jasmita Saini Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Buy/Sell Business, Managing a Business Description: . Plan a smooth handoff by learning how to prepare family members or internal successors to take over. This session is ideal for businesses…

  • Living on a Few Acres: Home Butchering

    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR John Boney, faculty member in Penn State’s Department of Animal Science, will guide participants through key considerations for planning red meat and poultry harvest activities on their property. Discussion topics will include navigating Federal, State, and Local regulations; applying good manufacturing practices and food safety principles; addressing animal handling and welfare…

    $5.00
  • Harvesting Innovation: Strategic Guide for Research

    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Explore the future of agricultural sciences, research innovation, and graduate education in this installment of the Harvesting Innovation Webinar Series. This session will examine Penn State’s newly released Strategic Guide for Research and Graduate Education—a forward-looking framework that addresses pressing challenges in food systems, climate resiliency, integrated health, and community vitality.…

  • Communication Skills for Spanish-Speaking Poultry Workers

    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR This 8-week online course is designed to teach basic English vocabulary, farm safety vocabulary and phrases, and poultry industry terms to Spanish-speaking poultry workers. It will also teach career development skills such as workplace expectations, how to get ahead in your career, and how to get along with your team. WHEN…

  • Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Tree Checkers Program

    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Join the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s Tree Checkers program this summer and help strengthen the region’s tree canopy and the communities it serves. As a trained volunteer, you will survey newly planted street trees to gather data on their condition and care needs, engage with residents to share personalized care tips, and…

  • Cooking for Crowds: A Volunteer’s Guide to Safe Food Handling

    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE WEBINAR Preparing food in large quantities is different than food preparation in the home. Cooking for Crowds: A Volunteer's Guide to Safe Food Handling program helps non-profit organizations and their volunteers understand the risks involved with preparing large volumes of food and the important food safety practices that need to be implemented to…

  • How to Use the Penn State Agronomy Guide

    How to Use the Penn State Agronomy Guide
    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Join Penn State Extension Educators for a six-week series exploring the Penn State Agronomy Guide, a vital resource for making informed agronomic decisions. Throughout this webinar series, you'll be led through different sections of the guide, gaining practical insights and engaging in interactive discussions to apply its recommendations effectively. By the…

  • Equine Business Basics: Starting Your Horse Business

    Online , United States

    ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Part of the Equine Team’s Lunch and Learn series, Equine Business Basics: Starting Your Horse Business offers practical guidance for those interested in starting and operating an equine-related business. Whether you're turning a lifelong passion into a professional venture or exploring new opportunities in the equine industry, this session will provide…

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