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SUMMARY:Beyond the Farm: Agriculture as an Economic Engine
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Farm: Agriculture as an Economic Engine | Economic Development Webinar Series\nFREE webinar\nOct. 23 | 12P to 1P \nAgriculture is about more than what happens on the farm. In Berks County\, it’s a powerful economic engine that supports jobs\, businesses\, innovation\, tourism\, manufacturing and investment in our communities. \nJoin GRCA and our economic development partners for the final installment of this year’s Economic Development Webinar Series as we explore the many ways agriculture contributes to the strength and vitality of Berks County’s economy. \nThis conversation will take a closer look at the resources available to support local farms and agricultural businesses\, including the Berks County Department of Agriculture’s Bountiful Berks program. We’ll also hear directly from a local farm owner about the experience of purchasing a family farm and securing funding through the PIDA program. \nFinally\, we’ll look toward the future with a discussion about farm succession planning and what it will take to ensure Berks County’s agricultural industry continues to thrive for generations to come. \nWhether you’re involved in agriculture\, business\, economic development or simply interested in the forces shaping our local economy\, this conversation will offer a behind-the-scenes look at an industry that has a much larger economic footprint than you might expect. \nDiscover how agriculture reaches far beyond the farm—and why its future matters to the future of Berks County.
URL:https://bountifulberks.org/event/beyond-the-farm-agriculture-as-an-economic-engine/
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SUMMARY:PennState Extension Managing Corn Silage for Profit — 2026 Hybrid Trials Update
DESCRIPTION:Explore 2026 corn silage trial results and learn how hybrid selection can improve yield\, quality\, and profitability for dairy and livestock operations. \n\n\nEvent Details\nWhen:November 10\, 2026\n(12:00 PM-1:00 PM ET)\n \nRegistration deadline:November 10\, 2026\n12:00 p.m. \n\nAbout The Live Webinar\nCorn silage is a cornerstone of dairy and beef production in Pennsylvania\, but producing it profitably starts with choosing the right hybrid. In this live webinar\, Managing Corn Silage for Profit: 2026 Hybrid Trials Update\, Assistant Professor of Dairy Nutrition Leoni Martins and Dairy Educator Kasey Hower will explore hybrid selection for yield\, quality\, and profitability. Drawing on the Professional Dairy Managers of Pennsylvania corn silage variety trials\, the session will provide standardized hybrid comparisons alongside seed company data and agronomic considerations\, giving producers practical tools to make informed decisions and strengthen silage production results across Pennsylvania’s diverse growing conditions. \nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants. \nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. \nA link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date. \n\n\nWho is this for?\n\n\nSilage producers\nDairy producers\nLivestock producers\n\n\nWhat will you learn?\n\n\nHow to evaluate corn silage hybrids for yield\, quality\, and profitability\nHow to use corn silage variety trial results to inform hybrid selection\nHow seed company data and agronomic considerations can support more informed production decisions\nStrategies for producing high-quality corn silage while supporting farm profitability
URL:https://bountifulberks.org/event/pennstate-extension-managing-corn-silage-for-profit-2026-hybrid-trials-update/
CATEGORIES:Business Support,Webinar
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SUMMARY:PennState Extension: Managing Corn Silage for Profit — Forage Quality Reports
DESCRIPTION:Analyze corn silage samples and forage quality reports to improve ration balancing\, silage management\, and livestock performance. \n\n\nEvent Details\nWhen:December 8\, 2026\n(12:00 PM-1:00 PM ET)\n \nRegistration deadline:December 8\, 2026\n12:00 p.m. \n\nAbout the Live Webinar\n“Managing Corn Silage for Profit: Forage Quality Reports” will highlight the critical role of forage analysis in understanding the protein\, carbohydrate\, and fat fractions of corn silage. Dairy Educator Kasey Hower will review proper forage sampling and Professor of Veterinary Science Robert Van Saun will discuss forage quality testing and its role in ration balancing. These insights will help producers and nutritionists interpret forage reports to strengthen silage management and livestock performance. \nAbout the Series\nCorn silage is a cornerstone of dairy and beef production in Pennsylvania\, but producing it profitably requires careful management. This series offers practical\, research-based guidance on every step of the process—from hybrid selection and planting strategies to harvest timing\, storage\, and feeding. Designed for both experienced growers and those new to silage production\, the sessions provide insights to help maximize yield\, enhance quality\, and support profitability across Pennsylvania’s diverse growing conditions. \nThis event is being offered at no charge to participants. \nRegistration is required to receive the link to access the webinar. \nA link to the recorded webinar will be emailed to registrants within ten business days after the live event. The recording will be accessible for six months from the event date. \n\n\nWho is this for?\n\n\nSilage producers\nDairy producers\nLivestock producers\n\n\nWhat will you learn?\n\n\nHow to properly take a corn silage sample\nHow to interpret a forage quality
URL:https://bountifulberks.org/event/pennstate-extension-managing-corn-silage-for-profit-forage-quality-reports/
CATEGORIES:Business Support,Webinar
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