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
The eastern tent caterpillar has been observed in the United States since 1646. Outbreaks frequently occur at eight to ten year intervals.| extension.psu.edu
The numbers speak for themselves, it pays to invest in a cooling system for dry cows.| extension.psu.edu
Knowledge about allelopathic plants and those sensitive to their compounds helps gardens succeed.| extension.psu.edu
The brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) was first collected in September of 1998 in Allentown, but probably arrived several years earlier.| extension.psu.edu
The acidity or alkalinity of soil is indicated by its pH measurement. Learn how to determine what your soil pH is and how having the correct soil pH benefits your plants.| 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
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