Researchers and educators gather to discuss pressing water issues
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Use this form to submit samples to the laboratory for Home Garden, Flower, Landscape Plants, Woodlot, and Christmas Trees.
This program is designed as a soil-management tool for farmers, homeowners, landscape contractors, golf-course superintendents, ornamental nurserymen and others interested in the fertility of their soil and in determining the optimum lime and fertilizer requirements of their crop.
The undergraduate leadership honor society recognizes students who exemplify leadership excellence in extracurricular activities within the College of Agricultural Sciences.
Penn State Extension’s Master Watershed Steward Program received the 2026 Special Recognition Award from the Water Resources Association of the Delaware River Basin.
Weekly update information on trap counts for Codling Moth, Obliquebanded Leafroller, Oriental Fruit Moth, Redbanded Leafroller, Spotted Tentiform Leafminer, and Tufted Apple Bud Moth.
The security of every nation faces an increasingly severe and frequent threat: disruptions to nature. In this Q&A, Bradley J. Cardinale, Penn State professor of ecosystem science and management, discussed his recent study examining how disrupted ecosystems can lead to increased risk for food security, water availability, health and well-being, as well as crime.
**The 2026 Turkey Harvest Sale details will be announced in August** The 2025 Turkey Sale is just around the corner, and we're gearing up for the big day! Every fall, our club offers fresh, dressed turkeys as our main fundraiser. Stay tuned for updates as we get closer! As with last year, you’ll pre-order your turkeys and pick them up on Sunday, November 23, 2025. Pickup will be at the Penn State Poultry Education & Research Center, University Park. We’ve made ordering easy with an online pre-order form, which goes live on October 17, 2025, at noon. After submitting your form, you’ll receive a confirmation within 48 hours. So mark your calendars and get ready to enjoy some delicious turkey!
A student organized Penn State tradition of the Block and Bridle Club.
The Penn State Soil Judging Team finished second in the Group Judging category and tied for 10th place overall in the 2026 National Collegiate Soil Judging Contest at North Carolina State University on March 22-27.
Thinking about a future in the Agricultural Sciences? Come visit us at the University Park campus or book a virtual visit to learn more about our college, majors and community.
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Trichoderma species — a common fungus found in soils — have varying abilities to promote tomato plant growth and differentially affect the abundance of certain soil bacteria, according to a study led by researchers at Penn State.
Three Penn State students, including two from the College of Agricultural Sciences and one from the Smeal College of Business, recently spoke about their global food security projects at a special meeting of the United Nations’ Economic and Social Council.
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