ABOUT THE WORKSHOP Join us for an intensive one-day workshop tailored specifically for smaller-scale commercial processors of shelf-stable acid and acidified foods packaged in glass jars or bottles. Delve into crucial topics such as state and federal canning regulations, microbiology, acidification methods, thermal processing, container requirements, and labeling. From the production of jams, jellies, dressings,…

ABOUT THE WEBINAR Climate change and dynamic weather patterns challenge management in agricultural production systems; what "worked" during one season may not be as effective in another season if weather patterns differ. In vineyards, productivity and quality potential are threatened by weather patterns that can result in early bud break, kill primary grapevine buds, perturb…

ABOUT THE WEBINAR Join us for the Rain Barrel Discovery: Explore and Learn webinar and discover the myriad benefits of installing a rain barrel on your property. Led by Penn State Extension Master Watershed Stewards, this event offers the opportunity to not only learn about the advantages of rain barrels but also the opportunity to…

Date: 5/2/2024 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT) Registration Deadline: 5/2/2024 10:30 AM (EDT) Fee: No Fee Point of Contact: Penn State SBDC (814) 863-4293 Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Agriculture, Business Financing Description: Join us for an insightful webinar hosted by the Penn State Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Agriculture Center…

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP Join us for the Rain Barrel Discovery: Explore and Learn workshop led by Penn State Extension Master Watershed Stewards. Discover the myriad benefits of installing a rain barrel on your property, from conserving water to controlling stormwater and nurturing your lawn and garden. During the workshop, delve into topics such as stormwater…

PLANTS SALE IS BOTH SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10 AM TO 3 PM. We are open every Satruday & Sunday in May 10am-3pm, too. Lots of plants. Lavender plant sale held at Hope Hill Lavender Farm 2375 Panther Valley Rd, Pottsville, PA featuring lavender plants propagated and grown at Hope Hill Lavender Farm. Also, our full…

Annual Seedling Sale 2024 ordering is now open! If you placed a pre-order and did NOT receive an order number, please call our office (610-372-4657) For any questions, please call the office. BCCD's Annual Seedling Sale to be held on May 4, 2024 from 11:00am to 3:00 pm at the Berks County Agricultural Center (1238…