Tag: COVID-19
Free dairy learning experiences for all ages available online
The Pennsylvania Dairymen's Association launched a family resources addition to its dairy-themed website for all ages to enjoy from home.
Mahoning Co. 4-H’ers sew face masks
Mahoning County 4-Hers are doing what they can to help amid the COVID-19 crisis by making face masks for the county’s essential medical workers.
Why is rural America a sweet spot for COVID-19?
Alan Guebert believes rural America is perfectly primed for COVID-19 to spread. Find out how your community may be impacted in the long and short term.
PSU Extension offers 55 free online courses
As a way to support its customers during the coronavirus pandemic, Penn State Extension is offering its library of online courses at no cost through April.
Contingency resources for Pa. dairy farmers available
The Center for Dairy Excellence is working to ensure Pennsylvania dairy farms have contingency plans in place to protect their employees and businesses.
Prices plunge under COVID-19 uncertainty
An analysis by the American Farm Bureau Federation shows crop and livestock prices falling to levels that threaten the livelihoods of many U.S. farmers.
Tips to adapt to COVID-19 quarantine
One suggestion to help families adapt to COVID-19 quarantine is to maintain a daily schedule. The following tips can help parents establish routines.
Dear Sonny, dear Sonny, we need your help
State officials, ag commodity groups and others want a piece of the $9.5 billion pie Sonny Perdue is set to dish out as part of federal coronavirus relief.
Another grain market domino falls
Marlin Clark analyzes the market impacts of major meat packing houses closing because of outbreaks of COVID-19 in their workers.
‘Right now, we’re all struggling’: COVID-19 pandemic adds to farm stress
Many farmers are facing increased farm stress due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other challenges. Amid mental health challenges, there are ways to get help.
