Scholarships available to rural nurses for continuing education
AgriSafe is accepting applications for the 2024 Nurse Scholar program in which 125 scholarships are available for rural nurses. The deadline is April 8.
Nominations open for outstanding ag worker
The Pennsylvania State Council of Farm Organizations and Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture will recognize an outstanding agricultural workforce.
Russell Redding celebrates Pennsylvania Ag Literacy Week
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding participated in Pennsylvania Ag Literacy Week from March 18-22 at Avon Grove Charter School in Chester County.
Port Farms to host eclipse-themed event
In recent years, Port Farms has transitioned into a multi-faceted agritourism destination. Now, they are hosting a solar eclipse event on April 8.
Bird flu detected in dairy cows in Texas, Kansas
A mystery illness afflicting dairy cattle in Texas and Kansas has been identified as highly pathogenic avian influenza.
Spring gardening symposium set for April 6
The Penn State Master Gardeners of Lawrence County are holding their spring gardening symposium on April 6.
Mahoning County OSU Extension distributing seed packets
Mahoning County Ohio State Extension will distribute seed packets at several branches of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County in April.
Turkey shoots planned
The Tri-State Coon Hunters and Sportsman Club, at 2601 Irish Ridge Road in East Liverpool, will be sponsoring Turkey Shoots on April 6 and April 20.
Horizon Farm Credit awarding grants to beginning farmers
Horizon Farm Credit invites new and beginning farmers to apply for the JumpStart program.
ODNR sets aside over $54,000 for prescribed burns in Ohio
Through the Prescribed Fire Supplies, Tools, Education and Personal Protective Equipment Grant program, $54,884.44 in funding was approved for 19 projects.
