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SUMMARY:"Tomato Blight or Something Else?" Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Late blight is a devastating disease of tomato\, but not all spots or discoloration are caused by this disease. In this practical\, grower- and gardener-focused webinar\, participants will learn to distinguish late blight\, early blight\, and other common foliar diseases of tomato\, while gaining strategies for effective management to protect plants and improve productivity. This webinar is offered at no cost. A $10 registration fee is required to receive PA pesticide recertification credits. For more information and to register online\, please visit https://extension.psu.edu/tomato-blight-or-something-else.
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SUMMARY:"Oak Wilt\, Bacterial Leaf Scorch\, or Something Else?" Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Many factors can cause oak leaves to scorch\, wilt\, and defoliate\, making accurate diagnosis challenging. This webinar will help participants distinguish between oak wilt\, bacterial leaf scorch\, and abiotic stressors such as drought by focusing on key symptoms and field patterns. Timed to coincide with the onset of these issues\, the session offers practical guidance on field evaluation\, sampling\, and management strategies. Participants will build confidence in diagnosing oak health problems and learn about free tools and resources to support accurate identification and effective management. This webinar is offered at no cost. A $10 registration fee is required to receive PA pesticide\, International Society of Arboriculture\, Society of American Foresters\, and Pennsylvania Landscape and Nursery Association credits. For more information and to register online\, please visit https://extension.psu.edu/oak-wilt-bacterial-leaf-scorch-or-something-else.
URL:https://www.franklinshopper.com/event/oak-wilt-bacterial-leaf-scorch-or-something-else-webinar/
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SUMMARY:"Strawberry Disease Identification for Commercial Growers" Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Penn State Extension for a hands-on workshop designed to help commercial growers accurately identify strawberry diseases in the field. Using real plant samples\, participants will learn to recognize key diagnostic features and distinguish among common issues affecting strawberry health and yield. Each attendee will receive a high-quality hand lens and disease photo guide that they will use during the workshop and take home for their farm! Earn pesticide credits while building confidence in your diagnostic skills to support effective disease identification and management. The registration fee is $30 and will take place at the Penn State Southeast Agricultural Research and Extension Center\, located at 1446 Auction Rd\, Manheim\, PA. For more information and to register online\, please visit https://extension.psu.edu/strawberry-disease-identification-for-commercial-growers or call 1-877-345-0691.
URL:https://www.franklinshopper.com/event/strawberry-disease-identification-for-commercial-growers-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Home Food Preservation: Jams and Jellies
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will explain the scientific reasoning behind today’s recommended methods for making and processing jam and jelly while dispelling food preservation myths and unsafe practices of the past. The Home Food Preservation series will provide you with the scientific background\, preparation tips\, and safe processing methods to preserve food at home. The cost for this workshop is $15 and will be held at the Penn State Extension Franklin County\, 181 Franklin Farm Lane\, Chambersburg. For more information and to register online for this workshop\, visit https://extension.psu.edu/home-food-preservation-jams-and-jellies or call 1-877-345-0691.
URL:https://www.franklinshopper.com/event/home-food-preservation-jams-and-jellies/
LOCATION:Penn State Extension Franklin County\, 181 Franklin Farm Lane\, Chambersburg\, PA\, 17202\, United States
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SUMMARY:Home Food Preservation: Tomatoes and Salsa
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on workshop that explores the science behind today’s safest and most effective preservation methods. Our experts will guide you through canning\, freezing\, and drying techniques for tomatoes and salsa while debunking common myths and outdated practices. Whether you are new to food preservation or refining your skills\, this two-hour session offers practical guidance to help you safely enjoy your homemade goods year-round. The cost for this workshop is $15 and will be held at the Penn State Extension Franklin County\, 181 Franklin Farm Lane\, Chambersburg. For more information and to register online for this workshop\, visit https://extension.psu.edu/home-food-preservation-tomatoes-and-salsa or call 1-877-345-0691.
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LOCATION:Penn State Extension Franklin County\, 181 Franklin Farm Lane\, Chambersburg\, PA\, 17202\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Hidden Canopies: Exploring Underutilized Trees and Shrubs" Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Explore the “hidden canopies” of underutilized trees and shrubs in this engaging webinar with Dr. Beth Brantley\, research scientist and plant pathologist at the Bartlett Tree Research Lab. Discover how lesser-known woody species can enhance resilience\, biodiversity\, and sustainability in managed and natural landscapes. Learn practical strategies for selecting and integrating these plants into diversified production systems\, with insights on food potential\, pollinator support\, climate adaptation\, and multi-functional design. Ideal for professionals in horticulture\, agriculture\, and conservation\, this session will expand your plant palette and inspire new approaches to landscape management. This webinar is offered at no cost. A $10 registration fee is required to receive International Society of Arboriculture and Pennsylvania Landscape and Nursery Association credits. For more information and to register online\, please visit https://extension.psu.edu/hidden-canopies-exploring-underutilized-trees-and-shrubs.
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SUMMARY:"Stop the Rot: Combating Onion Bacterial Diseases" Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join this session for an inside look at “Stop the Rot\,” a six-year research project focused on understanding and managing bacterial diseases of onion. Lindsey du Toit\, chair of the Department of Plant Pathology at Washington State University\, will discuss how a nationwide team of scientists identified key pathogens\, documented copper-tolerant strains\, and developed practical strategies to reduce losses from bacterial bulb rots. Participants will gain insight into how these findings apply to growers\, gardeners\, and others interested in plant disease management\, with relevance extending to additional bacterial plant diseases.  This webinar is offered at no cost. A $10 registration fee is required to receive PA pesticide recertification credits. For more information and to register online\, please visit https://extension.psu.edu/stop-the-rot-combating-onion-bacterial-diseases.
URL:https://www.franklinshopper.com/event/stop-the-rot-combating-onion-bacterial-diseases-webinar/
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SUMMARY:"Decay Demystified: Understanding Mushrooms and Tree Decay" Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Dig into the fascinating world of mushrooms in this two-part webinar series. Learn to distinguish fungi that harm living trees from those that recycle dead organic matter and build healthy soil. Using real mushroom samples\, participants will explore key features and identification techniques for major fungal groups while examining the ecological roles of fungi\, including beneficial and parasitic relationships with trees. Participants will gain practical skills for spotting decay pathogens\, assessing tree health\, and using reliable resources for accurate mushroom identification. The registration fee is $20 for this webinar series. International Society of Arboriculture\, Society of American Foresters\, and Pennsylvania Landscape and Nursery Association credits are available. For more information and to register online\, please visit https://extension.psu.edu/decay-demystified-understanding-mushrooms-and-tree-decay.
URL:https://www.franklinshopper.com/event/decay-demystified-understanding-mushrooms-and-tree-decay-webinar-series/2026-10-07/
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SUMMARY:"Decay Demystified: Understanding Mushrooms and Tree Decay" Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Dig into the fascinating world of mushrooms in this two-part webinar series. Learn to distinguish fungi that harm living trees from those that recycle dead organic matter and build healthy soil. Using real mushroom samples\, participants will explore key features and identification techniques for major fungal groups while examining the ecological roles of fungi\, including beneficial and parasitic relationships with trees. Participants will gain practical skills for spotting decay pathogens\, assessing tree health\, and using reliable resources for accurate mushroom identification. The registration fee is $20 for this webinar series. International Society of Arboriculture\, Society of American Foresters\, and Pennsylvania Landscape and Nursery Association credits are available. For more information and to register online\, please visit https://extension.psu.edu/decay-demystified-understanding-mushrooms-and-tree-decay.
URL:https://www.franklinshopper.com/event/decay-demystified-understanding-mushrooms-and-tree-decay-webinar-series/2026-10-14/
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