What is Cause Marketing? Part 2
Friday, August 7, 2015 What is Cause Marketing? Part 2 By Dr Kathy Kelley, Professor of Horticultural Marketing and Business Management, and Dana Ollendyke, Extension Associate The first installment in…
Choosing the Best Business Model for Today’s Farmers Market
Tuesday, December 22, 2015 Choosing the Best Business Model for Today’s Farmers Market By Juliette Enfield, Penn State Extension Educator, Warren Co Many markets have rules and regulations for internal…
Should You Consider Producing Flavored Milk?
Tuesday, November 24, 2015 Should You Consider Producing Flavored Milk? By Sarah Cornelisse, Sr. Extension Associate, Dept. of Agricultural Economics, Sociology, and Education, Penn State University Source: http://www.hugheslink.com/blog/?m=201412 As we move…
Farm Financial Management Course kicks off in Slippery Rock
Friday, November 6, 2015 Farm Financial Management Course kicks off in Slippery Rock By: Michelle Kowalewski, Penn State Extension Educator, Susquehanna County This week Penn State Extension Educators kicked off…
Understanding Pesticide Mode of Action | Cropaia
Understanding Pesticide Mode of Action | Cropaia
Pesticides are indispensable tools in agriculture, designed to protect crops from the adverse effects of pests, diseases, and weeds. Proper classification of these chemicals, particularly by their mode of action…
“Mandatory” social media platforms for agricultural businesses
Thursday, November 5, 2015 "Mandatory" social media platforms for agricultural businesses By Dr Kathy Kelley, Professor of Horticultural Marketing and Business Management, and Dana Ollendyke, Extension Associate Through an internet…
Is Starter Fertilizer Necessary with Organic Amendments?
Is Starter Fertilizer Necessary with Organic Amendments?
Nitrogen is a critical nutrient for plant growth and is often the most limiting nutrient in agricultural systems. Organic fertilizers such as manure, compost, and other organic amendments are valuable…
What Is Your Business’s Customer Service Philosophy?
Thursday, October 1, 2015 What Is Your Business's Customer Service Philosophy? by Juliette Enfield, Penn State Extension Educator, Warren County Although we give and receive customer service almost every day,…
Understanding Soil Extraction Methods | Guy Sela | Cropaia
Understanding Soil Extraction Methods | Guy Sela | Cropaia
Soil nutrient extraction methods are essential for laboratories to determine the amount of nutrients available for crop uptake, guiding effective fertilization strategies and ensuring optimal crop yields. The adequate soil…
Overcoming challenges in precision agriculture | Cropaia
Overcoming challenges in precision agriculture | Cropaia
Precision agriculture has transformed farming practices by integrating advanced technologies to optimize crop production and resource management. While the benefits of precision farming are evident, many growers and agronomists face…
Climate Change and Fiscal Sustainability: Conservation and Risk Management Programs
Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Climate Change and Fiscal Sustainability: Conservation and Risk Management Programs by HeatherManzo, Penn State Extension Educator, Allegheny County This article is the last in a four-part…
Managing Cash Flow for Your Farm
Friday, April 22, 2016 Managing Cash Flow for Your Farm Cash flow statements are very useful – they may very well be the first place where a farmer will spot…