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Managed by the Department of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology at the Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center, these plots are used to conduct research that can lead to the development of crops with increased resistance to serious pathogens.

Research, education, and outreach regarding plants for managed ecosystems, food and fiber production, and landscapes and environmental quality to enhance human environments.

“Classroom lessons spring to life on the student farm.” – Logan Hickey

Congratulations to Hayly Hoch, senior plant sciences major, who is a recipient of the Penn State Rock Ethics Institute’s Stand Up Award, which honors Penn State undergraduates who, as ethical leaders, have the courage and fortitude to take an ethical stand for a person, cause or belief. Hoch was recognized for her work as co-director of the student farm club, which brings together people interested in sustainable food systems.

Memo to provide faculty with an easy reference to existing Penn State policies and guidelines regarding matching funds and cost sharing for externally sponsored research proposals.

Appointments which may be made to the faculty or staff of the University, along with personnel and budget provisions applicable to each type

This policy outlines the working conditions for employees classified as "Staff," holding either a Standing or Fixed-Term 1 appointment.

This policy outlines the process for filling open Standing and Fixed-Term 1 positions.

This policy defines the procedure for regular staff employees to appeal the alleged or perceived violations of their rights under the University's published rules and regulations.

Part-time, intermittent/short-term, and full-time student employment with the University, including terms and conditions applicable to such employees

A multidisciplinary institute with over 100 faculty researchers across the University and organized in the Social Science Research Institute to advance the scientific understanding of human population dynamics and processes.

The Pennsylvania Pork Producers Council has established a new scholarship endowment that will benefit students in the College of Agricultural Sciences who have a demonstrated financial need. The council made a $50,000 gift to establish the Pennsylvania Pork Producers Council Founders Trustee Scholarship with first preference going to students majoring in animal science.

The $6 million Poultry Education and Research Center consists of six separate buildings occupying about 50,000 square feet.

Department of Animal Science students excel in Collegiate Poultry Judging Contest held at the Center of Excellence for Poultry Science, University of Arkansas.

Club places first for third year in a row; also first in scrapbook competition. Matthew Hackenberg was second in Student of the Year contest.

Powdery mildew, caused by the fungus Uncinula necator, can be found in most areas of the world where grapes are grown.

The strong winds and flooding brought on by Hurricane Sandy remind us that we need to be prepared for power outages. The loss of power could jeopardize the safety of frozen food. To keep food safe, keep the door closed and control the temperature.

Penn State Extension partners with growers in a "Models for the Future" project to provide on-farm demonstrations for new, young, and minority farmers. Two years of bio-remediation with rotation crops suppressed nematodes and improved soil health.

This fact sheet explains a new approach to nitrogen soil testing, called the pre-sidedress soil nitrate test, and includes a calculation to obtain pre-sidedress soil nitrate test recommendations.

Institutions may not discriminate against workers because of pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions in any employment policy.

SNAP-Ed may only use highlighted materials. Updated 5-10-23, Nutrition Matters information cards available in English and Spanish, mini-whisk for mixing baby formula.

Materials for order about pregnancy, infant and toddler nutrition developed by Penn State, Visualz and Nutrition Matters, also USDA and FDA materials on food safety and listeriosis. Links to online materials not available for order.

Pre-Vet Club President, Sam Fanelli, Interviewed by ValuePenguin

Produce Pointers is hosted by Penn State Extension Horticulture Educators Leah Fronk, Karly Regan, and Glen Bupp. The podcast broadcasts timely growing information to the vegetable and small fruit industries featuring interviews with guests who are experts in research, extension, and farming.

November 30, 2012 The Program includes NEAs presenting from three types of population areas: • Urban—Pittsburgh Cynthia Stevans • Rural—Snyder Cyndi Clayton • Suburban—Luzerne Mary Belanchik The purpose of the webinar will be to learn about some successful marketing techniques (and some not so successful techniques), how to approach new organizations and how to use the Nutrition Links site agreement to guide your discussions.

March 23, 2012 - Nutrition Education is like selling good eating and wellness. Attend this webinar to learn new techniques and tips for making that “sale” with community partners and participants. What will be covered? 1. Understanding your “customers” 2. Ways to reach new participants 3. Techniques for working with new community agencies 4. Examples from NEAs 5. Nutrition Links Outreach materials 6. Questions and answers

PCHES seeks to create a new, state-of-the-art, integrated modeling framework to drive advances in the quantitative understanding of energy, water, and land systems.

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Program Planning Strategies for Working with Diverse Audiences Lisa A. Guion, University of Florida, Wallace Goddard, University of Arkansas, Gae Broadwater, Kentucky State University, Robin Roper, North Carolina State University, Carolyn Perkins, Prairie View Texas A&M University This hands-on, interactive pre-conference training will provide participants with information, strategies and tools to better design and implement programs to reach diverse and/or multi-need audiences. Through involvement in discussion, role-play, case studies or other innovative methods, participants will become more knowledgeable and skilled in recruiting diverse program participants, designing culturally relevant programs and gaining community support for program implementation.