Penn State Extension, Mercer County

10/05/2026

09/17/2026

Interested in learning more about pumpkin production? Don't be spooked....come join us at Powell Farm in Cranberry Township.

Follow the link for more information and to register!

See pumpkin production strategies in action! 🎃

Join us and Powell Farm in Cranberry Township on September 24 for an on-farm discussion exploring this season’s pumpkin production and growing conditions.

This year’s demonstration features a side-by-side comparison of bareground and no-till pumpkin production. See both approaches in the field, discuss their potential benefits and challenges, and connect with fellow growers about what worked and what didn’t this season.

🗓️ September 24, 2026 | 6 to 8 p.m.

Come ready to observe, ask questions, and share your own experiences with pumpkin production.

Register now: https://ow.ly/fhlu50ZLfXh

08/31/2026

07/14/2026

https://extension.psu.edu/ongoing-cyclospora-outbreak-highlights-importance-of-safe-produce-handling

Reminding consumers of the importance of practicing safe food handling when preparing fresh fruits and vegetables during the multistate Cyclospora outbreak. Learn what Cyclospora is, how to reduce your risk, and more.

05/22/2026

On Friday, June 12th, Penn State Extension will be hosting a farm safety day for farmers at the Mercer County 4-H Park.

Topics covered will be ATV/UTV Safety, PTO, Skid steer, and Tractor safety, livestock handling, and much more!

Here is the link for more information and to register for the event: https://extension.psu.edu/farm-safety-day-for-families

Please share this with your friends and neighbors!

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05/21/2026

https://extension.psu.edu/beech-leaf-disease-macro-infusion-training-for-professionals

Learn to identify and manage beech leaf disease (BLD) using macro-infusion techniques in this hands-on training for tree care professionals.

05/13/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1R1yJWSpPR/

Noncredit online learning

03/19/2026

Happy 4-H week!! Thank you for the hard work of our educators and our 4-H volunteers!

On Thursday, the Board of Commissioners recognized local 4-H members and passed a proclamation honoring 4-H week which will be commemorated later this month. The 4-H program teaches leadership, responsibility, and community service to many youth in our county and across Pennsylvania. We are proud to support this program, the youth, and the many volunteers who make it happen.
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