Penn State Extension Mifflin County

07/23/2026

Wildfire Smoke: Growing Crops Through the Haze

Wildfire smoke is becoming a more frequent part of the growing season, but its effects on crops are not always straightforward. This article explores how wildfire smoke may affect agricultural production.

Wildfire smoke is becoming a more frequent part of the growing season, but its effects on crops are not always straightforward. This article explores how wildfire smoke may affect agricultural production.

07/15/2026

Preserving Food at Home Resource Guide

Those interested in home food preservation, from beginners to advanced home food preservers, can purchase the Penn State Extension publication, "Preserving Food at Home Resource Guide," as part of a summer special discount from July 1 to Aug. 31.

This guide serves as a compilation of "Let's Preserve" fact sheets; research-based guidelines for safely canning, freezing, dehydrating and freeze-drying food at home; and nutrition and storage information.

The "Preserving Food at Home Resource Guide" is available for order in print for a special discounted rate of $20 by using the discount code HFP-SUMMER, saving 25% during the promotion.

Compilation of "Let's Preserve" fact sheets; research-based guidelines for safely canning, freezing, and drying food at home; and nutrition and storage information.

06/26/2026

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06/03/2026

06/02/2026

Summer Reading Program registration is happening now for June activities. Our first program of the summer is coming up next Tuesday, Plant a Pizza Garden with Master Gardeners. This program was a great success last summer!
Register for this program and many others through our website at https://www.mifflincountylibrary.org/kids-summer-reading-program.html

06/02/2026

🐄Today marks the first day of National Dairy Month! We would like to take the time to thank all the hardworking dairy farmers this June!

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

Looking to boost your health and wellness? 🌿
Penn State Extension offers free and low‑cost programs on fitness, nutrition, diabetes support, and more. Check out the options and find what fits your goals! 💪🥗Find out more here: https://extension.psu.edu/supporting-pennsylvanians-health-and-wellness

05/28/2026

❤️ How’s your heart health?
Heart disease is the leading cause of death—but many risk factors can be managed with simple lifestyle changes. From regular screenings to small daily habits, there’s a lot you can do to protect your heart.

💡 Learn what to watch for and how to get started: https://extension.psu.edu/how-is-your-heart-health