Farm Stress Real Talk with Penn State Extension

In this episode, Jill talks to Gregory Summerson from Lake City Fire Department to share information about wildfires. We will discuss causes, how to prevent wildfires, and how to identify if you are in a high risk area. Gregory is the Assistant Fire Chief who shares his knowledge and experience to help people before, during and after a potential time of crisis. Host: Jill Varner, G

In this episode, Amber talks with Bob Smerbeck from Accuweather to get insight into weather trends and how Accuweather services can help farming families. Bob is a Senior Meteorologist who shares how his interest in weather-watching developed into a career. To stay up-to-date on changing weather conditions, check out Accuweather's website at https://www.accuweather.com/ or download

In this episode, we'll talk with Dr. Billingsley from Penn State Health. Dr. Billingsley, an experienced dermatologist, talks about sun safety and skin cancer prevention strategies for the agricultural community. She shared the resource https://www.aad.org/public/public-health/skin-cancer-screenings to locate a free skin cancer screening near you. Episode host: Chi Catalone, Guests

While farmers may not think about climate change on a regular basis, cumulative changes in day to day farm operations due to changes in our climate can impact farm operations. Join Addie Candib and Dr. Bonnie McGill of American Farmland Trust as they share insights on agriculture can be part of the solution. Episode host: Ginger Fenton, Guests: Addie Candib and Dr. Bonnie McGill, A

Sonya Nace, Penn State Extension educator, talks with Hannah Smith-Brubaker, a farmer and advocate for the agricultural community, about the importance of resiliency and new resources for those working on farms. Episode host/Speakers Host: Sonya Ryan Nace Guest: Hannah Smith-Brubaker

Sonya Nace from Penn State Extension, talks with Brett Reinford, a Central Pennsylvania farmer, about strategies to prevent stress while working on a multi-family farm operation and tips for those who employ farm workers. Episode host/Speakers Host: Sonya Ryan Nace Guest: Brett Reinford

Join the Penn State Extension farm stress team for a discussion with members of the Animal Systems unit, Melanie Barkley who leads the livestock team, and Samantha Gehrett who is a co-leader of the dairy team. The educators will share tools and resources to assist livestock and dairy producers in Pennsylvania. Episode host and speakers: Host is Ginger Fenton with guests Melanie Bar

In this episode, we'll talk with Megan Luke and Andrew Holden from the Penn State Extension Horticulture Team. They're here to discuss the many ways the Horticulture Team serves as a vital resource and provides support to agriculture producers. Megan and Andrew play significant roles in the Collaborative Lake Erie Regional Grape Program Team, a collaborative effort between Penn Sta

For our fourth series of interviews, WE ARE...focusing on units and resources for farming communities available within Penn State Extension. Penn State Extension has a variety of resources available in all 67 counties throughout the Commonwealth. From alternative energy to farm transition teams, learn more about what Penn State Extension has available for everyone in farming commun

For our fourth series of interviews, WE ARE...focusing on units and resources for farming communities available within Penn State Extension. Penn State Extension has a variety of resources available in all 67 counties throughout the Commonwealth. From alternative energy to farm transition teams, learn more about what Penn State Extension has available for everyone in farming commun