Canning can be a fun and economical way to make fresh foods available year-round. Here you will learn procedures that have been scientifically tested to ensure safe and high-quality canned products and optimized for prolonged storage.| extension.psu.edu
The eastern carpenter bee, Xylocopa virginica, is a native pollinator found throughout eastern North America, as far south as Florida and Texas and north into Maine and southern Canada.| extension.psu.edu
When canning food, the acidity of a food product is a critical factor that determines the safety and quality of the product.| extension.psu.edu
This article features in-depth information regarding current knowledge and management practices for dealing with spotted lanternflies in vineyards. Topics covered include spotted lanternfly life cycle and identification, biological control, quarantine regulations, and much more.| extension.psu.edu
Penn State Extension delivers science-based information about Agronomy, Animal Systems, Food Safety, Home Gardening, and more. Browse our online courses.| extension.psu.edu
The reproductive system of the female chicken is in two parts: the ovary and oviduct.| extension.psu.edu
Infectious bronchitis is a highly contagious, acute infection of chickens characterized by nasal discharge, coughing, and rales. In layers, it causes a marked reduction in egg production and quality.| extension.psu.edu
Routines and actvities to help children develop a sense of belonging in a child care program. The term sense of place reflects why a place is special and unique. It also reflects how attachments are fostered within the group and how each person develops a sense of belonging. A major goal for both parents and child care educators is that the children form positive attachments with the people involved in a program and with the child care program itself. So, how do you create a positive sense of...| Better Kid Care
Horseradish has been used as a condiment for thousands of years. This easy-to-grow vegetable can be planted in early spring or late fall.| extension.psu.edu
Cannibalism in poultry is a costly and vicious habit that poultry producers cannot afford to ignore.| extension.psu.edu
If you plan on direct marketing of your farm products, marketing research plays a crucial role in the development of a marketing strategy and plan.| extension.psu.edu
Proper headspace in canned goods provides a good seal and prevents oxidation. Headspace in frozen foods allows for expansion of product while preventing overflow in the container.| extension.psu.edu
Selecting the right plant for the amount of light in your garden is vital. This article defines full sun, full shade, and partial sun and shade along with how to identify these areas in your garden.| extension.psu.edu
Most consumers are familiar with many of our standard apple cultivars that have been around for many years. For example, Red Delicious was a chance seedling found in Iowa back in the 1840s.| extension.psu.edu
Your garden soil is much more than dirt! This beautiful brown material decides the success of your plants. This article discusses how to adjust nutrients for appropriate soil fertility.| extension.psu.edu
A brief review of how to calculate growing degree days and a summary of their use in agronomic crop production.| extension.psu.edu
Edible flowers can be used to add color, fragrance, and flavor to salads, soups, entrees, desserts, and drinks.| extension.psu.edu
