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Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Connects with Penn State Extension’s Harvest 4-Health Program

May 1, 2012

Penn State Extension 4-H continues its work with The Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Department (PPR) with the development of three new gardens and the expansion of three existing gardens.

Penn State Extension High Tunnel Alliance Urban Sustainability Forum

April 9, 2012

Last month, the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University’s Urban Sustainability Forum highlighted the ways in which Philadelphia’s high tunnel farms contribute to the food security of our neighborhoods. At the event, Penn State Extension Master Gardeners and 4-H staff shared their knowledge and presented program information to colleagues and friends while mingling with the near capacity audience.

Penn State Extension Hortline Open for Business

March 20, 2012

With the onset of spring, the Penn State Extension Master Gardeners have picked up their telephones as well as their trowels to help citizens with gardening questions ranging from annual flowers to xeric landscaping.

Penn State Extension Philadelphia at the Pennsylvania Farm Show

February 21, 2012

The Pennsylvania Farm Show is the largest indoor agricultural exposition in the country and celebrates agriculture as Pennsylvania’s number-one industry.

LaSalle University Makes Room for Penn State Extension Nutrition Links

January 17, 2012

An unexpected opportunity occurred when Penn State Extension moved out of its West Philadelphia office and downsized into a temporary administrative space in Center City.