Penn State Extension, Monroe Master Gardeners Host Sept. 24 Introduction To Agroforestry; Other Extension Programs Coming Up

Join Penn State Extension and the Master Gardeners of Monroe County for a September 24 webinar-- Introduction to Agroforestry--  from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Agroforestry—the intentional integration of trees and shrubs into landscapes—offers environmental, economic, and social advantages for both home and farm settings. 

In residential landscapes, trees and shrubs can protect streams and ponds from runoff, windbreaks can reduce soil erosion, and plantings can provide vital habitat for birds, insects, and pollinators. 

On farms of all sizes, agroforestry supports long-term agricultural health by diversifying practices, improving profitability, and promoting sustainability for future generations.

This webinar explores how agroforestry enhances home and farm landscapes, improves profitability, protects waterways, and promotes long-term sustainability.

Who is this for?

-- Homeowners interested in learning why planting trees and shrubs can be environmentally beneficial to their landscapes

-- Anyone who wants to learn about an age-old gardening practice

-- Farmers who want to diversify their agricultural plantings

What will you learn?

-- Why planting trees and shrubs helps protect stream and pond health

-- How forest farming can be economically valuable

-- How agroforestry can enhance the landscape by combining trees, shrubs, and ornamental plants.

Click Here to register and for more information.

Visit the Penn State Extension website to learn more about many other educational opportunities.

Other Penn State Extension Education Programs

-- August 27-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Hosts Green Infrastructure And Ordinances Webinar. Noon to 1:00 p.m.

-- September 4-- Virtual.-- Penn State Extension Webinar: Forest Farming - Introduction To American Ginseng, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

-- September 5-- In-Person. Penn State Extension Hosts Workshop On Manure Management Essentials In Indiana County, 9:00 a.m. to Noon

-- September 6-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Hosts Webinar On Cultivating Resilient Gardens For Weather Extremes. 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

-- September 9-- Virtual.Penn State Extension: Webinar On Growth Of A.I. Data Centers, Rising Electricity Prices, Lagging Energy Development. 1:00 p.m.

-- September 9-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Hosts Webinar On Proper Native Tree Planting For Long-Term Success; Master Watershed Steward Native Tree & Shrub Sale In August.  Noon to 1:30 p.m.

-- September 11-- Penn State Extension Master Gardeners Of Cumberland County Hosts 6-Part Gardening With Nature Workshop Series - Soil Health and Sustainable Gardening.

-- September 24-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Hosts 5-Part Woodland Stewardship Webinar Series - Guided Engagement With Your Land

-- September 24-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Webinar On Introduction To Agroforestry, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

-- September 25-- Penn State Extension Dive Deeper Summit For Water Educators. Harrisburg.

-- September 29-- In-Person. Penn State Watershed Stewards In-Person Plant A Tree, Support Healthy Stream Volunteer Event In Shippensburg, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. 

-- September 30-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Webinar Septic System Series - Alternative Onlot Septic Systems, Noon to 1:30 p.m. 

-- October 10-- In-Person. Penn State Extension, PA Farm Bureau Host Energy & Agriculture Conference.  Camp Hill, Cumberland County.

-- October 14-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Webinar On Landscaping Around Onlot Septic Systems, Noon to 1:30 p.m.  ​

-- October 15-- In-Person. Penn State Extension Hosts Pest Biocontrol School In Lancaster County. Two sessions 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

-- November 11-- Virtual. Penn State Extension Webinar On What Home Buyers Should Know About Onlot Septic Systems During Property Transfers, Noon to 1:30 p.m. 

-- December 17-- Virtual. Penn State Extension: Forest Farming - Maple Syrup Webinar.  6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

[Posted: August 23, 2025]  PA Environment Digest