The Farms Show (virtually) Wraps This Weekend... See the Schedule!

Friday, January 15, 2021

7 a.m.

National Anthem

Join us as we salute America and all who have served this great country to defend our freedoms with a presentation of the National Anthem sung by Kara Eckert of Centre County.

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7:55 a.m.

A welcome message from the Pennsylvania Farm Show Committee.

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8:30 a.m.

4-H Demonstration: Fiber Arts

Alyssa Neff, Reporter and Historian, 4-H State Council

This demo will explore unique aspects of fiber arts, featuring drop spindling using angora rabbit fiber and weaving on a craft loom with fibers that could be found at home. Join PA 4-H State Council Reporter and Historian Alyssa Neff for this entertaining demonstration.

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9:15 a.m.

Backyard Stream Repair

Penn State Extension

Backyard streams are a naturally beautiful addition to the landscape on your property but require upkeep. Learn how to assess your stream's health and how to make your own repairs to the stream using plants that will slow erosion and reduce property damage.

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10 a.m.         

Panel Discussion:Cultivating Commerce

How the Agriculture and Food Industries Strengthen the Economy

Agriculture drives Pennsylvania's economy. Join Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and economic development leaders as they discuss consumer trends, market access, e-commerce and new areas of growth that will benefit Pennsylvania's agriculture and food industries.

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Welfare & Practices Employed by Commercial Poultry Farms

Penn State Extension

Welfare and humane practices employed by commercial poultry farms to assure customers satisfaction. 

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Color Explosion, Making Butter and Engineer a Farm Workshops

Calving Corner and the Whitaker Center

Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts andThe Calving CornerOpens In A New Windowwill be live-streaming STEM workshops! Whitaker Center's educators will be leading students through a different workshop for each session. Assemble a kit at home and join in the fun!

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11 a.m.

STEM Demonstration - Bouncy Eggs!

Hold on to your eggs! Discover how a chemical reaction can dissolve the solid part of an egg and turn it into a bouncy ball! Get ready with three simple ingredients: raw egg, glass or jar, vinegar.

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12 p.m.

Kitchen Kids: Maple Whip

Landis Crawford, 2020 Northwest PA Maple Ambassador

Calling all kids! Put on your apron, wash your hands and report to the kitchen. Review therecipeand line up your Pennsylvania ingredients.

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Finding American Chestnuts

Presented by Lake Graboski, TACF Board Member and Volunteer, M.S. Ecology the Pennsylvania State University

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Market & Competitive Research

Pennsylvania Agricultural Business Development Center

Understanding your market and competition and diversifying to sustain your business. ThePennsylvania Agricultural Business Development Center, funded through Governor Wolf's PA Farm Bill, is offering this as part of a free series on business planning and marketing workshops through a partnership with the Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers during the virtual 2021 Pennsylvania Farm Show.

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Finding American Chestnuts

PA/NJ Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation; Presented by Lake Graboski, TACF Board Member and Volunteer, M.S. Ecology the Pennsylvania State University

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1 p.m.

Feeding Pennsylvanians, Reducing Waste: A Discussion on Food Security

The Wolf Administration will host "Feeding Pennsylvanians, Reducing Waste," a panel discussion on food security with Sec. Patrick McDonnell (Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection) Sec. Russell C. Redding (Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture), the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank's Executive Director Joe Arthur, The GIANT Company's President Nicholas Bertram, Feed the Hood's and Confluence Catering's founder Chef Carlos A. Thomas, Penn State Harrisburg Marketing Professor Dr. Darrell Bartholomew, and Ree's & Kei's Mobile Cooking Teacher's founder Chef Keisha Prosser- the Mobile Cooking Teacher. The event will be moderated by DEP Press Secretary Jamar Thrasher.

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Troops to Tractors Spotlight

Troops to Tractors is the state's grassroots network of veterans, military, and their spouses who farm and operate agribusinesses. They provide resource referral, education, and connections and convene educational events all while promoting veteran agriculture.

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Candling Eggs at Home

Penn State Extension

Learn how to assess interior egg quality at home with a few simple materials and a carton of eggs. Candling eggs can help determine freshness of table eggs and live embryo development in hatching eggs.

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2 p.m.

Agritourism & Your Bottom Line

Pennsylvania Agricultural Business Development Center

How to evaluate your business as a potential tourism opportunity. Reviewing permitting, promotions, and potential income streams. ThePennsylvania Agricultural Business Development Center, funded through Governor Wolf's PA Farm Bill, is offering this as part of a free series on business planning and marketing workshops through a partnership with the Pennsylvania Small Business Development Centers during the virtual 2021 Pennsylvania Farm Show.

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2:30 p.m.

Fun with Plants: Water Filtration

Seed Your Future

More information coming soon!

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3 p.m.

Let's Cook at Home: the DASH Diet

Penn State Extension

Research shows that eating plans focused on fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products help lower blood pressure. This live cooking demo follows the DASH eating plan, designed to help treat and prevent high blood pressure. Learn how to prepare and eat a variety of foods that help create a heart-healthy eating style for life.

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Farm Tour: Bow Creek Farm, Hershey

Bow Creek Farm sets a goal to provide the most discriminating Pennsylvania grown beef product available. Superior cattle, lush green pastures, and hay & grains grown on the farm makes our Premium Red Angus beef the finest on the market. A little dry-aging ensures that you will have a superior eating experience. Every bite. Every time.

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Commonwealth Charter Academy AgWorks Aquaponic Facility Tour

Come and see aquaponics in action at the largest, educationally based aquaponic facility in the country! We will be broadcasting live from our AgWorks at CCA facility in Harrisburg, showcasing how we grow a wide variety of plants using fish. Our facility offers a broad range of free educational opportunities for K-12 students and members of the community! This session is for anyone interested in growing highly nutritional plants using fish and for lifelong learners looking for an interesting take on modern agriculture!

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3:30 p.m.

Farm Show History: Where we are Today

Learn about the traditional Pennsylvania Farm Show event, the sprawling facility, and the many changes that have taken place over the years as Jason Morgenstern, Building Maintenance Supervisor, presents the Farm Show History series.

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4 p.m.

Cooking Hacks with GIANT

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4:30 p.m.

Let's Make Dinner: BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza with Caramelized Onions, Arugula, Provolone Cheese and Shaved Butternut Squash

Mike Ditchfield, Chef Instructor, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Williamsport, PA and Darren Layre, Executive Sous Chef, Alta Via Ristorante, Pittsburgh

Michael J. Ditchfield has earned his Master of Science degree in Education from Wilkes University and two undergraduate degrees from Pennsylvania College of Technology and the Culinary Institute of America. Michael presently teaches Regional American Cuisine, Catering, Meat Fabrication, and Advanced Dining Room Management. 

Chef Darren Layre is a Pennsylvania College of Technology alumni and resides in Pittsburgh. He has worked with the Big Burrito Group since 2015 and recently helped open their Italian influenced restaurant Alta Via as Executive Sous Chef. 

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5:00 p.m.

Pennsylvania Pairings: Honey Oat Meringues and Coffee

Perfectly paired Pennsylvania products! Tune-in to get your daily fix of PA goodness. Enjoy the pairing from home, review therecipeto stock your PA ingredients.

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7 p.m.

Goodnight Story

Benjamin Franklin

Pennsylvania Deputy Secretary and Commissioner of Libraries Glenn Miller

After a full day of Farm Show, there's nothing better than a goodnight story. Join Pennsylvania Deputy Secretary and Commissioner of Libraries Glenn Miller as he readsBenjamin Franklin.

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Ag Jeopardy!

Hosted by the Farm Show Junior Committee with the Pennsylvania State Grange

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8 p.m.

Panel Discussion:Cultivating Tomorrow

The New Faces of Agriculture

Agriculture is evolving – so are the faces of agriculture. Join Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding as young agriculture professional discuss how they became involved in the industry and their career pathways to find animal science, food processing, agriculture research and production agriculture. Discover how they areCultivating Tomorrow.

Saturday, January 16, 2021

7 a.m.

National Anthem

Join us each morning as we salute America and all who have served this great country to defend our freedoms with a presentation of the National Anthem sung by Suzanne Erb of Philadelphia County.

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7:55 a.m.

A welcome message from the first responders who work to keep visitors safe at the traditional Farm Show.

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8 a.m.

Family Forum - Common Challenges Facing Families with Young Children

Penn State Extension

This session will highlight common challenges faced by parents and caregivers and how to deal with those challenges successfully. The discussion will include ideas to deal with biting and picky eaters.

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8:30 a.m.

4-H Demonstration: Horses

Audrey Ferrie, Vice President of Operations, 4-H State Council

Pennsylvania 4-h State Council Vice President of Operations Audrey Ferrie highlights her 4-H project by introducing us to her horse TY My Sneakers (also known as Cooper). Audrey and Cooper will demonstrate showmanship, preparation, maneuvers and a pattern.

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9:15 a.m.

Stormwater in Your Community

Penn State Extension

Are you hearing more about stormwater in your local news? Maybe you recently got your first bill for a stormwater fee in your town? Come learn the ABCs of stormwater, what stormwater fees are about, and how you can maybe even reduce that fee on your property.

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3 p.m.

Where to Begin as a Forest Landowner: Exploring options for inspired landowners

Penn State Extension

Are you a new forest landowner, thinking about purchasing forested property, or have been a forest landowner for a while but have never "managed" your forests? We'll explore options for landowners to actively engage with their forests.

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5:00 p.m.

Pennsylvania Pairings: The Week in Review

Perfectly paired Pennsylvania products! Tune-in to get your daily fix of PA goodness. Enjoy the pairings from home, check back soon for the recipe!

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7 p.m.

Goodnight Story

Let's Visit a Dairy Farm

After a full day of Farm Show, there's nothing better than a goodnight story. Join Kathy Hale, a librarian at the State Library of Pennsylvania, as she readsLet's Visit a Dairy Farm.

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