Resources

In this webinar, Ike Kershner shares his evolution in thought and application of IPM principles at North Star Orchard, from the farm’s beginning nearly 30 years ago to the present day.

A discussion on IPM approaches to weed control, including tools, preparation, and the “weed the soil, not the crop” concept, which has influenced organic farmers around the world for more than 30 years.

Establishing biosecurity protocols on your farm helps keep animals healthy by preventing the spread of pathogens—even in the muddiest of pastures!

In this webinar, we review both common and some not-so-common diseases in the most important vegetable crops in the Northeast and Upper Mid-Atlantic.

This webinar addresses the key building blocks of an IPM approach to farm management, focusing on methods farmers can utilize in greenhouses and hoop houses, through the experience of Peace Tree Farm.

Learn about the pitfalls and rewards of raising pigs on pasture in rotation with other crops, including strategies for feed, bedding, fencing, shelter, pasture management, and crop rotation.  

This worksheet is a starting point for benchmarking your pastured livestock farm’s land and feed efficiency.

What would it take to make pastured systems the mainstream model of animal agriculture? And how might scaling up affect land use and the environment?

What makes a good grass-fed cow? Learn about the genetics and breeding for the grass-fed animal.

During this forum for cities, municipalities, and market managers, you’ll learn how others have opened and navigated the logistics of safely opening farmers markets within their own locales.

Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Pennsylvania Agriculture Deputy Secretary Cheryl Cook provide an update on how agriculture is faring in the state during the pandemic and respond to farmers’ questions. 

How does grain affect rumen development in the pre-weaned calf?

A weekly virtual forum for farmers and markets as we work together to adapt our operations and business plans during the coronavirus pandemic.

What financial assistance is available to farms and small businesses impacted by COVID-19?

To weather the coronavirus pandemic, many farms and markets are turning to selling their products online.

Learn best practices for leasing land, what to consider when purchasing land, and how agricultural easements can help secure land for the long term.

Open-source resource for developing safety guidelines for farmers markets during the coronavirus pandemic.

What financial assistance is available to farms and small businesses impacted by COVID-19?

During this farmer listening session, Alyssa Charney from Pa. Senator Bob Casey’s office and John Hollay from United Fresh Produce respond to questions and listen to concerns about the impact of COVID-19 on H-2A farm workers.

This is an open-source checklist created by Pasa Sustainable Agriculture, in collaboration with Penn State Extension, for developing a continuity of business plan during the coronavirus pandemic.