November 30, 2015
Join the Bucks County Establishing Farmer Study Circle Network for an evening focusing on “Scaling Up Your Business”. Study circles allow you to learn from experienced farmers and experts, and compare notes with your peers. The meetings are free for farmers and open to all interested persons.
This food safety management certification course uses the National Restaurant Association (NRA) food safety curriculum for food service establishments. Monday, December 7, 2015 Class: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Exam: 4:00 – 6:00 PM *Exam starts promptly!
“Feeding Management by the Numbers” will highlight how TMR audits have benefited both dairy and beef operations. An update from the past three years of Pennsylvania’s feed management program will be presented. RSVP by emailing Virginia Ishler at 814-863-3912 or vishler@gmail.com.
While Octorara Area High School has one of the most comprehensive high school agriculture education programs in the region, it strives to continue to build upon that success. The district is now considering partnering with a private-based Delaware firm called Enivsta Farms. The proposal, which includes a 45,000 square foot greenhouse, would focus on an… Read More >
November 24, 2015
The Penn State Chester County Master Watershed Stewards are accepting applications for the class of 2016. Volunteers are needed to help with public educational events, awareness campaigns, stream cleanups, and water quality monitoring. Applications will be accepted until February 1, 2016. If selected, candidates will be required to complete several training session classes and complete… Read More >
Agricultural businesses and pesticide applicators in 17 counties can dispose of unwanted pesticides safely in 2016 through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s Chemsweep Program. In 2016, the program will be offered in the following counties: Armstrong, Blair, Cambria, Chester, Clarion, Delaware, Forest, Indiana, Lackawanna, Lancaster, Lebanon, Luzerne, Snyder, Somerset, Union, Venango, and Wyoming. For collection… Read More >
“The more I got to know organic growers and learn how well aligned their practices are with NRCS’ conservation mission, the more enthusiastic I became about helping other farmers and ranchers transition. I’m excited to share this and to find ways to connect more organic producers with USDA resources,” said Joe Heller, NRCS Resource Conservationist…. Read More >
On Nov. 12, Betsy Huber of Lincoln University, Pa., was elected master, or president, of the National Grange at its 149th Session in Lincoln, Neb. Her election adds another first to her Grange career — first female national master. Congratulations Betsy! View full article in Lancaster Farming
November 16, 2015
Using words and images to craft your email message you’ve heard of “location, location, location.” For online marketing, it’s “Content, Content, Content !” What you say, and the way you say it (tone, date & time, frequeincy) is how you attract, engage and be shareworthy to your audiences. What are the keys to great contact?… Read More >