Penn State Extension announced on April 15 the schedule for its 2026 Spring Orchard Meetings, with pre-registration available through the Penn State Extension website. The meetings will be held across various regions in Pennsylvania from late April to early May, with most sessions offering three PC/02/18 category credits.
The orchard meetings are designed to provide educational opportunities for growers and community members interested in agriculture. Pre-registration is encouraged to help organizers plan for seating and refreshments, but walk-ins are also welcome. There is no charge for attending these meetings, as hosts contribute their time and venues.
The condensed schedule includes five orchard meetings in May, with two events scheduled on May 7 at different times. Locations include Elizabethtown, Aspers, Waynesboro, Bloomsburg, Media, Enon Valley, North East, and New Paris. Each meeting features speakers such as Dr. Greg Krawczyk, Dr. Kari Peter, Dr. Sara Serra, and Dr. Shan Kumar.
According to the official website, Penn State Extension supports community well-being by addressing problems and fostering innovation for individuals and businesses. The organization delivers science-based education to promote agriculture while ensuring a safe food supply and responsible resource management according to the official website. It extends services throughout every county in Pennsylvania via local offices and digital tools according to the official website.
Collaboration is central to its approach; Penn State Extension works with government agencies, industry partners and nongovernment organizations to offer educational programs according to the official website. Its offerings include workshops, online courses and consultations on topics such as farming practices or pest control according to the official website. Educational programming focuses on agriculture as well as nutrition and environmental stewardship according to the official website.
Looking ahead, these spring orchard meetings continue Penn State Extension’s commitment to providing accessible agricultural education across Pennsylvania communities.
