Armstrong County
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Please call ahead to ensure someone is available to assist you.
124 Armsdale Road, Suite 2
Kittanning, Pennsylvania 16201
Upcoming Events
Webinars
TAP Online Food Safety Manager Certification Course
When 12/31/2024
Length Self-Paced
Event Format Blended | Combines In-Person w/Online Component
Our self-paced online course readies food professionals to take a food protection manager exam that meets the PDA requirement for food safety certification. Exams are proctored at scheduled locations. Certification is valid for five years.
$145.00
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Cooking for Crowds: A Volunteer's Guide to Safe Food Handling
Length 3 hours
The Cooking for Crowds webinar helps non-profit organizations and their volunteers understand risks involved preparing large volumes of food.
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Mental Health First Aid
When Multiple Options Available
Event Format Virtual | Live
Mental health awareness is such an important factor in knowing how to help those in crisis find the help and care they need.
$35.00
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Let's Cook at Home: Weight Management
When 01/15/2026
Length 1 hour
Event Format Virtual | Live
Learn the basics of weight management and discover how to make healthy and satisfying meals with fewer calories during this webinar.
$10.00
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Farmers Market Manager Forum
When Multiple Options Available
Length 1 hour
Event Format Virtual | Live
Join this virtual event to discuss issues and solutions with other market managers.
Free
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QPR Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Training
When Multiple Options Available
Length 2 hours
Event Format Virtual | Live
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) teaches you to recognize the warning signs of suicide, how to offer hope to someone in need, and how to get help.
Free
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Your Money Matters: Identity Theft
Length 1 hour
Protect your finances from identity theft! Learn essential strategies to safeguard your personal information.
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AgWorks: An Overview of the Workforce System in Pennsylvania
Length 2 hours
Learn how to use PA CareerLink® to recruit, train, and retain employees with no-cost resources, plus explore practical applications in an optional second-hour discussion and Q&A.
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ACAP Prevailing Wage Frequently Asked Questions and Flow Chart
Date Posted 4/15/2024
Two resources have been approved that will assist landowners and conservation professionals to navigate prevailing wage requirements as they are applied under the Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP).
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Swine Vaccination Guide From Iowa Pork Industry Center
Date Posted 7/8/2024
Many small and independent swine farms struggle to get advice on pig care due to the shortage of swine-knowledgeable veterinarians. This new resource from Iowa State may help.
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U.S. Agritourism and Direct-to-Consumer Sales Census Update
Date Posted 9/16/2024
Of the 1.9 million U.S. farms estimated in the 2022 Census of Agriculture, 1.5% reported being engaged in agritourism and 6% had direct-to-consumer sales.
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Showcase Your Skills at the 2025 Dive Deeper Summit
Date Posted 12/5/2024
Penn State Extension is seeking individuals and organizations to present at the 2025 Dive Deeper Summit for Water Educators, scheduled on September 25, 2025, in Harrisburg.
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The Dairy Industry's Growing Concern: Influenza A and Its Impact on Dairy Cattle
Date Posted 12/9/2024
This article describes the new Federal Order for the National Milk Testing Strategy for HPAI in dairy cattle.
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Raise the Bar–PA Ram and Buck Grow Test Sale Accepting Entries!
Date Posted 4/4/2025
The Pennsylvania Ram and Buck Growth Test Sale is now open for nominations, offering sheep and goat breeders a valuable opportunity to evaluate their animals' genetic potential under standardized conditions.
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Pestwatch Report
Date Posted 9/24/2025
This weekly report, last updated September 24, 2025, provides statewide trap catches and timely management recommendations for key pests of sweet corn.
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Pigeon Fever Expands East: A Guide for Horse Owners
Date Posted 7/15/2025
Pigeon fever is a growing threat in the eastern U.S., causing abscesses and swelling in horses. Spread by flies, it peaks in hot, dry weather. Early care and fly control are key to prevention.
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What's in Your Glass? A Drinking Water Journey
Date Posted 8/7/2025
This new engaging, hands-on curriculum is designed to help youth understand where their drinking water comes from and why testing it is important.
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DCNR Releases Stormwater Guidance for PA Karst Areas
Date Posted 8/8/2025
DCNR's new technical bulletin offers best practices for managing stormwater in Pennsylvania's karst regions to reduce sinkhole risks and protect groundwater.
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October 2025 Pennsylvania Sheep and Wool Festival
Date Posted 9/10/2025
Inaugural Pennsylvania Sheep and Wool Festival to be held at Dayton Fairgrounds
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Announcing the 2026 Mid-Atlantic Agroforestry Conference
Date Posted 10/2/2025
Mid-Atlantic Agroforestry Conference: Forest Farming and Multifunctional Buffers on June 4–5, 2026