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Penn State welcomes Borlaug Fellow from country of Georgia

A collaboration between scientists from Penn State and the country of Georgia is enhancing research and extension ties while helping the former Soviet republic to protect crops essential to its economic well-being.

Penn State engineers report low-cost human biomarker sensor designs

Penn State researchers have developed a low-cost, RNA-based technology to detect and measure biomarkers, which can help decode the body’s physiology. The presence of protein biomarkers can indicate chronic or acute conditions, from arthritis to cancer to bacterial infections, for which conventional tests can cost anywhere from $100 to upwards of $1,000. The new technology can perform the same measurement for about a dollar.

Penn State’s 2023 Ag Progress Days on tap for Aug. 8-10

Planning is well underway for Penn State's 2023 Ag Progress Days exposition, which will be held Aug. 8-10 at the Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center at Rock Springs, 9 miles southwest of State College on state Route 45.

Penn State’s 2023 Ag Progress Days on tap for Aug. 8-10

Planning is well underway for Penn State's 2023 Ag Progress Days exposition, which will be held Aug. 8-10 at the Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center at Rock Springs, 9 miles southwest of State College on state Route 45.

Penn State welcomes Borlaug Fellow from country of Georgia

A collaboration between scientists from Penn State and the country of Georgia is enhancing research and extension ties while helping the former Soviet republic to protect crops essential to its economic well-being.

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The Latest Buzz on Beekeeping and Pollinators

Dean Rick Roush is joined by resident expert Christina Grozinger, director of the Center for Pollinator Research and the Publius Vergilius Maro Professor of Entomology, to discuss all things pollinators. Learn about the importance of pollinators, what’s causing pollinator decline, and what you can do to help. They also discuss research collaborations across Penn State, as well as Penn State Extension and other outreach programs.

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Strategic city planning can help reduce urban heat island effect

The tendency of cities to trap heat — a phenomenon called the “urban heat island,” often referred to as the UHI effect — can lead to dangerous temperatures in the summer months, but a new study conducted by Penn State researchers suggests that certain urban factors can reduce this effect.

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Expo a learning experience for current, prospective forest-product professionals

Visitors from Pennsylvania and surrounding states interested in the forest-products industry and the sustainable management of forest resources will gather at the 2023 Forest Products Equipment and Technology Exposition, June 9-10 at Penn State's Ag Progress Days site at Rock Springs.

Penn State welcomes Borlaug Fellow from Republic of Georgia

A collaboration between scientists from Penn State and the Republic of Georgia is enhancing research and extension ties while helping the former Soviet republic to protect crops essential to its economic well-being.

4-H and Youth

4-H is a Community of Young People all across America who are learning leadership, civic engagement, and life skills. Pennsylvania 4-H serves youth from 5-18 years old. The main focus of 4-H is learning through hands-on as well as digital projects, alongside screened adult volunteers. 4-H Offers a Learning Experience for Everyone, from raising livestock to programming robots. The programs delivered through Penn State Extension with County Educators providing aces to learning and fun in our communities.

Agricultural Safety and Drone Demo Area

Each year the Agricultural Safety and Health team highlight a safety topic important to the everyday lives of farm families. This year learn about the hazards of all-terrain vehicles or ATV's which are commonly used on the farm and for recreational activities. The team will show the potential for a rollover incident and ways to reduce the risk of an overturn. There will be two demonstrations at 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 pm on Tuesday and Thursday which will show the hazards related to ATV usage and proper use of protective safety gear for riders. On Wednesday, an agricultural rescue demonstration will take place at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to help prepare responders. The Farm Safety Demonstration Area (SD) will host Penn State Department of Agriculture and Biological Engineering faculty who will demonstrate the safe use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV).

Events offered during the 2023 Show!

Plan your day at the show in advance, by viewing the Official Program with a schedule of events! Or you can view the Event Calendar online or download a PDF of the Schedule of Events to plan you trip.

In the Woods Harvesting Demonstration

When June 10, 2023, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where Shuttle Departs Family Bldg.-Main St. and W. 8th St.

Forests and Forestry Woods Tour

When June 10, 2023, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where Shuttle Departs Family Bldg.-Main St. and W. 8th St.

Lumber Grading Demonstration

When June 10, 2023, 12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
Where Everett Cash Mutual Bldg. Main St.

Game of Logging-Tree Felling

When June 10, 2023, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where East 7th St.

Horizontal Grinders, Chippers & Wheeled Loaders

When June 10, 2023, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where Demo Alley end of W. 6th St.

In the Woods Harvesting Demonstration

When June 10, 2023, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where Shuttle Departs Family Bldg.-Main St. and W. 8th St.

Bear Hill Horse Logging Demo

When June 10, 2023, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where East 8th St.

Forestry Mulching Equipment Demonstration

When June 10, 2023, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where Demo Alley end of W. 12th St

Chain Saw Safety

When June 10, 2023, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where Everett Cash Mutual Bldg.

History of the Saw

When June 10, 2023, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Where Everett Cash Mutual Bldg.

TimberStrong Career Expo

When June 10, 2023, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where Everett Cash Mutual Bldg. Main St.

Forests and Forestry Woods Tour

When June 10, 2023, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Where Shuttle Departs Family Bldg.-Main St. and W. 8th St.

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