Spin a prize wheel. Plant a seed in a newspaper pot. Put on virtual reality goggles to diagnose stream health or test your agricultural knowledge using a brand-new decision-support tool powered by artificial intelligence.<\/p>\n
These hands-on experiences await visitors to the Pennsylvania Farm Show, Jan. 10-17 in Harrisburg, where faculty and extension educators from Penn State\u2019s College of Agricultural Sciences will offer interactive activities and expert guidance on topics ranging from mental wellness and food preservation to invasive species and water quality.<\/p>\n
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