Agritourism takes a hit, looks for ways to keep going amid pandemic
Right now, with the stay-at-home orders and COVID-19 pandemic, agritourism businesses aren’t able to offer the on-site experience that they normally try to give customers. Instead, it’s carry-out, delivery and retail, while states remain shut down. Events, like live music and wine tastings, have been canceled or postponed.
More and more viruses ‘spilling over’ to people
Find out why there's been a rise in viruses jumping to other species, or so-called "spillover" events.
Families must use caution on farm
With more children at home during the day when farm work is being done, families need to be extra cautious in practicing farm safety.
Penn State plans lanternfly webinar
The public is invited to hear the latest on the spotted lanternfly during a Penn State Extension webinar, planned for noon, May 5.
How to plant a tree for successful growth
Learn more about the benefits of planting trees and how to ensure any trees you plant will grow successfully.
DHS and USDA move to protect American farmers
A rule to change certain H-2A requirements could help U.S. agricultural employers avoid disruptions in lawful agricultural-related employment and more.
Do not go overboard when buying horse feed
Horse owners should take a step back and think before making extra feed purchases.
Roundup of 4-H news for April 23, 2020
The Happy Harvesters 4-H Club held its annual election meeting online, April 5. Find the results here.
Extension is still open for business
Pennsylvania and Ohio State Extension offices are closed to the public, but they've gone online to continue helping people.
No plan for this: dairy industry weathers perfect storm
After a perfect storm of bad situations, dairy farmers and processors are trying to find a sustainable way forward in this new world.
