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Address
670 Old Harrisburg Road, Suite 204
Gettysburg, PA 17325-3404
Directions to our office
Contact
Phone:
717-334-6271
Fax:
717-334-0166
AdamsExt@psu.edu
Office Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Adams County
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Enhancing Orchard Sustainability and Product Consistency through Improved Crop Load Management Practices
December 5, 2011
A common question we receive from individuals who are growing fruit trees in the home landscape is “Why are my apples (or peaches) so small?” Growing large fruit can also be a challenge for commercial fruit growers.
Fruit size is influenced by cell numbers, cell size and intercellular air spaces. Plant physiologists are currently looking more closely at the processes involved in fruit growth and learning more about the pathways that control those processes. Potential implications for the fruit industry are increased product consistency and enhanced orchard sustainability.
(Photo : In 2011, area orchards experienced dry conditions during the growing season and record-breaking precipitation, including a snow storm, in the fall. In preparation for the 2012 season, commercial growers are invited to participate in a Penn State Extension Crop Load Management Workshop to be held at the Adams County Agricultural and Natural Resources Center on December 20th.)
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Farmers to discuss higher value for feeder calves
February 16, 2012
Two farmer panels will discuss ways to increase the value of feeder cattle in Pennsylvania at the Cattleman's College program, March 10 at the Pennsylvania Livestock Evaluation Center.
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Budget proposal provides level funding for ag research and extension
February 10, 2012
Funding for Penn State agricultural research and extension programs would remain at 2011-12 levels under Gov. Tom Corbett's proposed state budget for 2012-13, unveiled Feb. 7. "Considering the current economic realities in Pennsylvania, this is excellent news," said Bruce McPheron, dean of Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences....
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Cattleman's College to host Beef Quality Assurance recertification
February 3, 2012
The Pennsylvania Cattleman's College on March 10 at the Pennsylvania Livestock Evaluation Center will offer recertification in the Beef Quality Assurance program.
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Enhancing Orchard Sustainability and Product Consistency through Improved Crop Load Management Practices
December 5, 2011A common question we receive from individuals who are growing fruit trees in the home landscape is “Why are my apples (or peaches) so small?” Growing large fruit can also be a challenge for commercial fruit growers. Fruit size is influenced by cell numbers, cell size and intercellular air spaces. Plant physiologists are currently looking more closely at the processes involved in fruit growth and learning more about the pathways that control those processes. Potential implications for the fruit industry are increased product consistency and enhanced orchard sustainability. (Photo : In 2011, area orchards experienced dry conditions during the growing season and record-breaking precipitation, including a snow storm, in the fall. In preparation for the 2012 season, commercial growers are invited to participate in a Penn State Extension Crop Load Management Workshop to be held at the Adams County Agricultural and Natural Resources Center on December 20th.)