August 2019
Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association Ranch Rodeo
The OCA Ranch Rodeo features 12 historic Oklahoma ranch teams in head to head competition for bruises and bragging rights. The OCA event is comprised of six events depicting day-to-day ranching jobs. Some call the event, "cowboys helping kids", and for good reason since the selected charity has been the Children's Miracle Network, Supporting Children's Medical Research Institute for 22 years. In that time more than $500,000+ has been raised to help children. The event also features a trade show and kids dummy roping.…
Find out more »Agronomic Pesticide Applicator School
At Agronomic Pesticide Applicator School, Penn State Extension Specialists and Educators will provide the latest information on disease, insect, and weed management, in addition to pesticide safety education. Pennsylvania pesticide recertification and Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) Continuing Education Credits will be offered.
Find out more »Tree Tenders® Training
Tree Tenders® is a training program that empowers concerned participants to make dramatic strides towards restoring and caring for the tree canopy in their communities. Join thousands of other concerned citizens like yourself. Become a Tree Tender and help increase tree canopy cover in your community. The course is designed for lay people and experts alike. Become one of the Tree Tenders restoring and tending your part of the forest. Instruction is provided by DCNR's Bureau of Forestry, in partnership with…
Find out more »OGRAIN Summer Field Day: Organic agriculture research field day
This field day will highlight organic research conducted at the University of Wisconsin, including optimizing equipment and production practices for organic no-till production, interceding cover crops into corn, soybeans and cereal grains, the impact of organic management on soil microbial communities, and weed management for organic hemp production.
Find out more »Professional Development in Environmental Outreach
Professional Development in Environmental Outreach: Greater Leadership, Greater Impact will teach participants how to build trust-based communication and collaboration with your staff and stakeholders. You will also gain the skills needed to measure the potential impact of your environmental outreach program on adult participants. All outreach and educational professionals in natural resources and environmental fields are encouraged to attend.
Find out more »September 2019
Soybean Management Workshop and Herbicide Demonstration
Soybean growers are invited to join us for this informative workshop and demonstration that will discuss proper variety selection, management strategies, herbicide usages, and insect and disease management for growing soybeans.
Find out more »Pastured Hog Production for Beginners
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County, the Capital Area Agriculture & Horticulture Program and Kinderhook Farm on September 5, 2019 from 5:00-7:00 pm to learn the basics of raising hogs on pasture. Kinderhook Farm, 1958 County Rd 21, Valatie, NY 12184 (https://www.kinderhookfarm.com/) is an Animal Welfare Approved diversified livestock operation, raising hogs, sheep, beef, layers and broilers, all on pasture. Kinderhook Farm raises various breeds of pigs. The animals always have access to either wooded and/or grassy areas outdoors, and…
Find out more »Master Watershed Steward: TapTalks - History of Water Quality in the Valley and Beyond
Master Watershed Steward: TapTalks are a fun, informative series of presentations on water quality topics. These workshops are scheduled at various locations around Pennsylvania and highlight presentations by local Water Resource Professionals and Penn State Extension, Master Watershed Steward Volunteers. The programs are typically scheduled for one and a half hours; however, time varies among presenters and venues. TapTalks are offered FREE of charge. Pre-registration is encouraged; however, walk-ins are welcome! Penn State Drinking Water and Pond Water Test Kits…
Find out more »Wild Edibles & Mushroom Families with Luke Cannon
The Southern Appalachian region is one of the most biodiverse regions of the country with edible and medicinal plants and fungi right out our back door! Not only do wild foods provide incredible vital nutrients, they are also super exciting to find, eat, and process into delicious meals. Learn to identify, engage with, and use wild edibles in an accessible, interactive, and fun class! These workshops are comprised of lectures, forays into the forest, and hands-on exercises that will build…
Find out more »DIY Herbal Medicine Making with Noelle Fuller
Medicinal herbs are a powerful way to promote health and prevent disease. The best way to benefit from their healing properties is to use them consistently and regularly. In this accessible and hands-on workshop, Noelle Fuller, herbalist and farmer, with a background in nutrition and horticulture, will teach about simple everyday ways to match herbs with the best medicine making methods for your desired health outcome. This interactive workshop is comprised of lecture, hands-on herbal processing, taste testing, and handouts…
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