In light of the ongoing outbreak of H1N1 type A influenza (swine flu),
the Penn State College of Agriculture has developed a Web page to
provide links to the latest information for faculty, staff, stakeholders
and the public:
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Good biosecurity can help producers keep swine flu in check
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
University Park, Pa. -- The strain of swine flu suspected of sickening dozens of people in the United States and killing more than 150 in Mexico is a new strain that has never been found in U.S. swine herds, and an animal-health expert in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences says if producers follow proper biosecurity measures, they will help minimize the risk to hogs and humans.
"Various forms of swine flu potentially can infect humans, but it is very rare -- maybe one or two cases a year in the United States," said Jacob Werner, assistant professor of veterinary medicine and dairy and animal science, who is Penn State's attending veterinarian for agricultural animals and wildlife. He noted that such cases usually are the result of humans coming into close contact with pigs, such as in a barn.
He emphasized that swine flu is not transmitted through meat, and even if it was, proper cooking would kill any pathogens.
"Reports indicate that the H1N1 virus in the current outbreak is a recombinant strain that mixed with avian and human flu strains," Werner said. "Unlike most swine flu strains, it can be transmitted from person to person, but it's unclear whether it can pass from people back to pigs. Until we know more, our best advice to producers is to be vigilant and step up your biosecurity.
Werner said that Penn State tests its swine herd quarterly for influenza and follows stringent biosecurity practices to protect against all infectious diseases. He recommends the following procedures for producers:
--Because flu viruses can be transmitted from humans to pigs, keep anyone with flu-like symptoms -- fever, cough, body aches, vomiting or diarrhea -- away from your hogs. Workers exhibiting these symptoms should stay home and not enter swine facilities for at least seven days.
--Limit entry to your swine facility to employees and essential service personnel. Prevent people who have traveled outside the United States from entering, even if they have not had contact with animals overseas.
--Workers should shower before entering and upon leaving your facility and should wash their hands frequently.
--Anyone working in barns should use a face mask or respirator, eye protection and gloves.
--Have pigs vaccinated against influenza, and encourage workers to be vaccinated against the seasonal flu virus.
--Report to your veterinarian if pigs have a fever or show signs of respiratory illness -- coughing, nasal discharge -- and have been exposed to people who have any flu-like symptoms.
Swine Flu Resources
The Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) has developed a national website with resources and links to the agencies that have direct responsibility for science based information on swine flu. Please access this site at: www.eden.lsu.edu
Link from the “News & Features” article on swine flu
The site will provide links to the swine flu information from CDC, WHO, USDA, National Pork Council, and other credible sites.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
4-H Calendar - May
| | 4-H Calendar – May Tuesday, April 28, 2009 – Sunday, May 31, 2009 |
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| Officer Training | Wed, Apr 29 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | |||
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| Hog Tagging | Sat, May 02 | 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM | |||
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| 4-H Teen Council | Thu, May 07 | 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM | |||
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| Livestock Camp | Sat, May 09 | ||||
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| 4-H Advisory Committee Meeting | Tue, May 12 | 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM | |||
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| Extension Board Meeting | Wed, May 13 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | |||
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| WC 4-H Horse Camp | Sat, May 16 | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM | |||
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| Memorial Day-Office Closed | Mon, May 25 | ||||
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| Dairy Days Cow Camp | Fri, May 29 | to | Sat, May 30 | ||
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4-H is a Community of young people across America who are learning Leadership, Citizenship and Life Skills
Kim Mikulak
Penn State Cooperative Extension in Wayne County
4-H Youth Development
648 Park Street, Suite E - Please note new address.
Honesdale, PA 18431
(570) 253-5970 ext. 4110
kcm11@psu.edu
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Up-Coming Wayne-Pike Natural Gas Workshops
May 14: "Fundamentals of Natural Gas Leasing", 7:00 to 9:00 PM, Wallenpaupack High School, 2552 Rt 6, Hawley PA 18428. $10 fee payable at the door. Contact Peter Wulfhorst at Penn State Extension Pike County at 570-296-3400 for further information and to pre-register.
June 3: "Gas Wells & Private Drinking Wells", 7:00 to 900 PM, Wayne County Park Street Complex, 648 Park St., Honesdale, PA 18431. $10 payable at the door. Contact Peter Wulfhorst at Penn State Extension Pike County at 570-296-3400 for further information and to pre-register.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Delaware Highlands WoodNet
In these extremely difficult economic times, small businesses of all types in all regions of the country are struggling and attempting creative solutions to stay productive and solvent. In our region, local wood products businesses like yours are experiencing hardships that make it more and more difficult to meet the challenges of the current economy. That’s why the Delaware Highlands Conservancy has joined together with a group of dedicated partners to develop what we believe is a creative marketing solution that can help to support businesses like yours.
The Delaware Highlands WoodNet guide is an easy to use directory that will contain lists of local wood products, wood products-related industries, services, and artisans. The Delaware Highlands WoodNet guide will be distributed free of charge to the public and local businesses and will be widely available at many convenient locations.
Listing your business in Delaware Highlands WoodNet is completely FREE. All you have to do is fill out the enclosed form and return it to the Delaware Highlands Conservancy by Wednesday, May 20.
To receive a WoodNet application, email Amanda at intern@delawarehighlands.org Completed applications are due by Wednesday, May 20.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
4-H Calendar April/May
| | 4-H Calendar April/May Wednesday, April 01, 2009 – Sunday, May 31, 2009 | |
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| Details |
| Wednesday, April 01, 2009 |
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| Time | | All Day |
| | Subject | | 4-H Re-Enrollments Due |
| | | | Enrollments accepted from leaders only |
| | Categories | | Important/Deadline/Due Date |
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| Time | | All Day |
| | Subject | | Newsletter Deadline |
| | Recurrence | | Occurs day 1 of every 2 months effective 4/1/2009 until 4/1/2009. |
| | | | Any Items that clubs/members would like included in the upcoming newsletter must be submitted by this date for inclusion. |
| | Categories | | Important/Deadline/Due Date |
| Thursday, April 02, 2009 |
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| Time | | 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
| | Subject | | WC 4-H Teen Council |
| | Location | | Park Street Office |
| | Recurrence | | Occurs the first Thursday of every 1 month effective 4/2/2009 until 5/7/2009 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM. |
| | | | Open to any Member 13 & older as of January 1 of the current program year. |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Tuesday, April 07, 2009 |
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| Time | | 7:30PM |
| | Subject | | Tractor Safety Course |
| | Location | | Park Street Office |
| | Recurrence | | Occurs every Tuesday effective 4/7/2009 until 4/28/2009. |
| | | | Contact Ed Pruss for more information. |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Friday, April 10, 2009 |
| | Subject | | 4-H Night W/ Penguins |
| | | | $25.00/ticket – Includes |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
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| Saturday, April 11, 2009 |
| | Subject | | Feeder Pig Sale |
| | Location | | Wetmore's |
| Tuesday, April 14, 2009 |
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| Time | | 7:00 PM |
| | Subject | | Tractor Safety Course |
| | Location | | Park Street Office |
| | Recurrence | | Occurs every Tuesday effective 4/7/2009 until 4/28/2009. |
| | | | Contact Ed Pruss for more information. |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Wednesday, April 15, 2009 |
| | Subject | | 4-H Scholarships Due |
| | Categories | | Important/Deadline/Due Date |
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| Time | | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| | Subject | | Beef Quality Assurance Certification |
| | Location | | Park Street Complex |
| | | | 6-8PM - New Certifications |
| Friday, April 17, 2009 |
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| Time | | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM |
| | Subject | | WC 4-H Volunteer Leader Training Banquet |
| | Location | | Park Street Complex |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Saturday, April 18, 2009 |
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| Time | | All Day |
| | Subject | | Wildlife Field Day |
| | Location | | PSU Main |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Sunday, April 19, 2009 |
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| Time | | 4/19/2009 12:00 AM – 4/22/2009 12:00 AM |
| | Subject | | Capital Days |
| | Location | | Harrisburg |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Tuesday, April 21, 2009 |
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| Time | | 7:00 PM |
| | Subject | | Tractor Safety Course |
| | Location | | Park Street Office |
| | Recurrence | | Occurs every Tuesday effective 4/7/2009 until 4/28/2009. |
| | | | Contact Ed Pruss for more information. |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
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| Time | | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| | Subject | | WC 4-H Horse Program Planning |
| | Location | | Park Street Office |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Thursday, April 23, 2009 |
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| Time | | 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
| | Subject | | Safety Helmet Presentation via VTC |
| | Location | | TBA |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Saturday, April 25, 2009 |
| | Subject | | Calf Sale |
| | Location | | Wetmore's |
| | Subject | | PSU Registered QH Sale |
| | Location | | PSU Ag Arena |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
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| Time | | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| | Subject | | 4-H Lamb/Goat Tagging |
| | Location | | WCFG |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Tuesday, April 28, 2009 |
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| Time | | 7:00 PM |
| | Subject | | Tractor Safety Course |
| | Location | | Park Street Office |
| | Recurrence | | Occurs every Tuesday effective 4/7/2009 until 4/28/2009. |
| | | | Contact Ed Pruss for more information. |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Friday, May 01, 2009 |
| | Subject | | Pumpkin Contest Entries Due |
| | Categories | | Important/Deadline/Due Date |
| Saturday, May 02, 2009 |
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| Time | | 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| | Subject | | 4-H Hog Tagging |
| | Location | | WCFG |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Thursday, May 07, 2009 |
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| Time | | 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
| | Subject | | WC 4-H Teen Council |
| | Location | | Extension Office |
| | Recurrence | | Occurs the first Thursday of every 1 month effective 4/2/2009 until 5/7/2009 from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM. |
| | | | Open to any Member 13 & older as of January 1 of the current program year. |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Saturday, May 09, 2009 |
| | Subject | | WC 4-H Livestock Camp |
| | Location | | WCFG |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Tuesday, May 12, 2009 |
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| Time | | 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM |
| | Subject | | 4-H Advisory Committee Meeting |
| | Location | | Park Street Office |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Wednesday, May 13, 2009 |
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| Time | | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| | Subject | | Extension Board Meeting |
| | Location | | Park Street Office |
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| Saturday, May 16, 2009 |
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| Time | | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
| | Subject | | WC 4-H Horse Camp |
| | Location | | WCFG |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
| Friday, May 29, 2009 |
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| Time | | 5/29/2009 12:00 AM – 5/31/2009 12:00 AM |
| | Subject | | Dairy Days Cow Camp |
| | Location | | PSU Main |
| | Categories | | 4-H Related Events/Activities |
4-H is a Community of young people across America who are learning Leadership, Citizenship and Life Skills
Kim Mikulak
Penn State Cooperative Extension in Wayne County
4-H Youth Development
648 Park Street, Suite E - Please note new address.
Honesdale, PA 18431
(570) 253-5970 ext. 4110
kcm11@psu.edu
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