Executive Director Job Opening for APGA

APGA is currently looking to fill its opening for an Executive Director in Kennett Square, PA.

The American Public Gardens Association (APGA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit membership organization located 25 miles southwest of Philadelphia. APGA's mission is advancing Public Gardens as a force for positive change in their communities through national leadership, advocacy and innovation. With APGA's leadership and advocacy, public gardens will grow in relevance to people's appreciation and understanding of the irreplaceable value of plants.

Link to full job posting: http://publicgardens.org/content/apga-career-475

Morris Arboretum is seekig volunteers

Morris Arboretum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is seeking volunteers to help educate and guide their new visitors.

If you're interested in learning more about the Arboretum and would like to encourage interactive and experiential learning among its visitors, they invite you to register for their volunteer training course.

The courses will be held on Thursdays (10, 17, 24); Sundays (13, 20), and Tuesdays in September (15, 22). Attendees will learn a little botany, some history, and partake in some fun activities. Both Sundays will include a walk around the Arboretum garden, so please dress appropriately.

All volunteers must be current Morris Arboretum members. If you are not a member, a one-year individual membership is $55.

For more information about the program call 215- 247-5777 ext. 128, or visit the Morris Arboretum’s Web site.

Newswise Science News | Corn Yield Stability Varies with Rotations, Fertility

A recent study investigated the effects of long-term cropping systems on corn grain yields, yield trends, and yield stability over the last 16 years of a long-term fertility and cropping systems experiment at the Pennsylvania State University. This study suggests that on average in a productive Central Pennsylvania soil, the yield of corn rotated with alfalfa, red clover, and timothy is modestly higher and less variable than corn grown exclusively. Read more>

Newswise Science News Corn Yield Stability Varies with Rotations, Fertility

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