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You're going to want to save this for later. 🥕🫑🍅Here's how to make our version of crunchy vegetable wraps:INGREDIENTS4 t...
08/26/2026

You're going to want to save this for later. 🥕🫑🍅

Here's how to make our version of crunchy vegetable wraps:

INGREDIENTS
4 tablespoons cream cheese, low-fat
2 flour tortillas
1/4 teaspoon Ranch seasoning mix
1/4 cup broccoli (washed and chopped)
1/4 cup carrot (peeled and grated)
1/4 cup zucchini (washed and cut into small strips)
1/4 cup summer squash (yellow, washed and cut into small strips)
1/2 tomato (diced)
1/8 cup green bell pepper (seeded and diced)
2 tablespoons chives (chopped fine)

DIRECTIONS
1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. In a small bowl, stir ranch seasoning into cream cheese; chill.
3. Wash and chop vegetables.
4. Steam broccoli in microwave for 1 minute with 1 tablespoon of water.
5. Spread cream cheese onto flour tortilla, staying one inch from edge. Sprinkle vegetables over cream cheese. Roll tortilla tightly.
6. Chill for 1 to 2 hours before serving (the wrap will hold its shape better). With a sharp knife, slice wrap into desired sections and serve.

(This recipe is provided by our Nutrition Links program, which offers free nutrition education programs to participants eligible for public assistance. To learn more about this program, please visit https://ow.ly/ym5N50ZFgAN.)

We had a wonderful time at Nixon Park Nature Center, part of the York County Parks system and a valued Master Gardener p...
08/25/2026

We had a wonderful time at Nixon Park Nature Center, part of the York County Parks system and a valued Master Gardener partner!

Our York County Master Gardeners spent the day sharing the many benefits of native plants and showing how we could take inspiration from native plants thriving in natural spaces and bring those lessons into our own home gardens.

Participants learned about:
— Building a native flower meadow in the home garden 🌼
— Creating habitat for birds and why birds are important 🐦
— The benefits of incorporating native plants into our landscapes 🌱

Penn State Master Gardeners of York County

08/24/2026

Fresh herbs don’t have to go to waste.

Freezing herbs is an easy way to preserve their flavor and enjoy your garden’s bounty long after the growing season.

Try freezing chopped herbs in ice cube trays with a little water or olive oil, then pop out a cube whenever you’re cooking.

Thinking about canning pumpkin this year? Don't. 🎃 There are no research-tested recipes for safely canning mashed or pur...
08/23/2026

Thinking about canning pumpkin this year? Don't. 🎃

There are no research-tested recipes for safely canning mashed or pureed pumpkin at home.

The thick consistency can prevent heat from reaching the center of the jar, creating a serious food safety risk.

The good news? Pumpkin puree can be safely frozen!

Visit the Extension website and ask Tilva your home food preservation questions for trusted, research-based answers: ai.extension.psu.edu

103 pounds and counting! 🥕🍅The Lebanon County Master Gardeners, in collaboration with the local YMCA, are growing more t...
08/22/2026

103 pounds and counting! 🥕🍅

The Lebanon County Master Gardeners, in collaboration with the local YMCA, are growing more than vegetables—they’re growing community.

Their community garden in downtown Lebanon, PA, has already produced more than 103 pounds of fresh produce this season. Seniors and youth groups are also pitching in, helping the Master Gardeners plant, tend, and harvest the garden.

And the harvest doesn’t stop at the garden gate. Produce goes to the YMCA for kids’ activity meals or to a local food bank, helping provide fresh, nutritious food to members of our community.

What a wonderful example of neighbors growing, giving, and working together.

Penn State Extension Lebanon County
Penn State Master Gardeners of Lebanon County

We are grateful for the support of our 2026 ACAP Ag Conservation Con Gold Sponsors. This week, we are recognizing Larson...
08/21/2026

We are grateful for the support of our 2026 ACAP Ag Conservation Con Gold Sponsors.

This week, we are recognizing Larson Design Group's Agricultural Engineering team, which partners with conservation districts, farm operators, and environmental nonprofits to improve water quality, watershed health, and farm sustainability across Pennsylvania.

LDG combines agricultural engineering expertise with data-driven solutions to help clients identify opportunities, prioritize investments, and support long-term environmental stewardship, all while meeting operational and regulatory goals.

Learn more about Larson Design Group: www.larsondesigngroup.com

Larson Design Group is proud to support the 2026 ACAP Ag Conservation Con, bringing together 200+ agricultural conservation professionals in Indiana County this September.

Join us for the Fall Flower Trials Open House to see what's new in annual and perennial plant trial displays. This event...
08/21/2026

Join us for the Fall Flower Trials Open House to see what's new in annual and perennial plant trial displays.

This event is for greenhouse growers, retail garden centers, and landscape professionals. View the latest plant varieties for evaluation and compare different options for fall outdoor decorating and displays.

🗓️ September 25, 9 AM–12 PM
📍Southeast Agricultural Research and Extension Center, 1446 Auction Rd., Manheim, Pennsylvania 17545

Register today: https://ow.ly/eOuG50Zx539

A Saturday spent in the pollinator garden.Over the weekend, our Master Gardeners hosted an open house at the Southeast A...
08/18/2026

A Saturday spent in the pollinator garden.

Over the weekend, our Master Gardeners hosted an open house at the Southeast Agricultural Research and Extension Center to talk all things native plants and pollinators.

From learning about pollinator-friendly plants to exploring the garden, it was a great day to connect with nature and learn how we can support the pollinators in our own backyards.

Private well owners: your wellhead is your first line of defense for protecting your drinking water.Activities around yo...
08/16/2026

Private well owners: your wellhead is your first line of defense for protecting your drinking water.

Activities around your wellhead can have a significant impact on your water supply.

As a general rule, keep the area around your wellhead protected from potential sources of contamination, including:
— Pesticides and fertilizers
— Animal waste
— Septic systems and drain fields
— Oil, paint, and chemical dumping
— Heavy equipment

Groundwater generally follows the topography of the land, so potential sources of contamination should be located downhill from your well whenever possible. Pay attention to activities near your well—even if they happen off your property—and watch for changes in your water supply.

Don’t forget about the wellhead itself! Penn State recommends a sanitary or vermin-proof well cap with a tight seal to help keep insects, vermin, and floodwater out of your well.

Have questions about protecting your private well or drinking water? Reach out to your local Extension water team educator for guidance and resources.

08/15/2026

Picking up a chicken doesn’t have to be a struggle! The key is to move calmly, support their body, and keep those wings secure. 🐔

Here's the proper way to safely pick up and hold a chicken, keeping both you and your feathered friend comfortable.

Poultry Team, Penn State Extension

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