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ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Farmers facing stress and mental health challenges often depend on a wide range of resources to build strong, supportive networks. This webinar will explore how community-based tools—particularly asset mapping—can help identify and strengthen those networks. Extension professionals and others who work with agricultural communities will learn how to use asset mapping…
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…
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Farm Sense is a three-session workshop designed to help farmers gain confidence in understanding and using key financial statements, including the cash flow statement, balance sheet, and income statement. This informative three-week webinar series will focus on the financial aspects of your farm business, equipping you with practical tools to strengthen…
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Discover the art and science of making jams and jellies with Home Food Preservation: Jams and Jellies, a 90-minute webinar presented by Penn State Extension’s Master Food Preserver Volunteers. This session will explore the scientific principles behind today’s recommended preservation methods, equipping participants with the knowledge to prepare and process jams…
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Learn the essentials of raising and processing meat birds in the next installment of Flock Talk. This engaging webinar covers breed selection, nutrition, and key flock management strategies. It also introduces essential processing equipment, highlights food safety best practices, and addresses common challenges. Whether you're new to meat birds or refining…
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…
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR The Farmers Market Manager Forum provides a space for market managers to connect, share best practices, and discuss challenges in improving their markets. Held on the last Wednesday of each month, this interactive forum encourages open discussion and peer learning. Participants can bring their questions, exchange insights, and gain valuable strategies…
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR When taking over or inheriting a farm enterprise, it is critical to understand whether the operation qualifies as a legitimate business or is merely considered a hobby in the eyes of the IRS. This distinction carries significant financial implications, particularly regarding the deductibility of expenses. In this informative webinar, participants will…
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Learn how to turn a great idea into a successful value-added food product in this informative session designed for aspiring food entrepreneurs. Participants will gain practical insight into launching a profitable value-added business, from product development and packaging to marketing, distribution, and sales within the competitive food industry. Whether you're just…
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…
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Discover how to elevate your microgreens operation in this expert-led webinar with Francesco Di Gioia, Associate Professor of Vegetable Crop Science in Penn State’s Department of Plant Science. Designed specifically for microgreen production, the session will highlight current research on optimizing light quality, intensity, and duration to boost yield and enhance…
ABOUT THE LIVE WEBINAR Explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping energy use in agriculture—at a time when AI data centers are driving unprecedented global energy demand. During this dynamic session in the Harvesting Innovation Webinar Series, participants will examine how AI can enhance precision farming, reduce energy waste, and increase yields, all while addressing the…
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