Wayne County Ag Day 2025 Set for February 17

The 2025 Wayne County Ag Day will take place on Monday, February 17, from 10 am to 3 pm at Honesdale High School, offering a day of agricultural education, product showcases, and networking opportunities for local farmers and enthusiasts.

Chelsea Hill, Livestock & 4-H Animal Science Educator for Penn State Extension- Wayne County, appeared on Radio Chatskill about the event, which will feature educational sessions, including presentations on soil management, newborn beef calf care, and large-scale solar energy.

Zachary Curtis, a Penn State Extension Agronomy Educator, will present on soil testing and management. Other sessions include a talk by Taylor Zahn on giving newborn beef calves the best start, and a discussion on solar energy with Joseph C. Conklin and the Penn State Extension Energy Team.

This year also introduces a live home food preservation demonstration by MaryAnn Curtis, Penn State Extension Master Preserver Volunteer.

The event will host exhibitors in the gymnasium and outdoor machinery displays, with opportunities to meet experts on topics such as agronomy, food preservation, beekeeping, animal health, and more. Attendees can also sample local dairy products, meats, and ice cream, thanks to area agribusinesses like Creamworks Creamery and Calkins Creamery.

Health screenings will be offered by Wayne Memorial Hospital, and a lunch prepared by The Red Schoolhouse will be served, sponsored by event exhibitors. Though registration by February 12 is requested for lunch, walk-ins are welcome.

For more information or to register, visit https://extension.psu.edu/wayne-county-ag-day or call 1-877-345-0691.