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PENNSYLVANIA — The future of Pennsylvania’s agriculture industry just got a little brighter. Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced yesterday that 47 organizations across 24 counties are set to receive a …
Pennsylvania’s Farm Bill Invests in Future Agricultural Leaders with $498,161 in Youth Grants Read More
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that it is now accepting applications for the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program. The program, which targets students at 1890 land-grant universities, …
USDA Opens Applications for 1890 National Scholars Program, Encourages Pursuit of Food and Agriculture Careers Read More
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Agriculture Future of America (AFA). The MOU formalizes a partnership designed to prepare more …
USDA and Agriculture Future of America Join Forces to Boost Careers in Agriculture Read More
DELAWARE — The Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) has announced that its seed laboratory will offer additional testing services from January 2, 2024. This is the first time since 1999 …
Delaware Department of Agriculture Expands Seed Testing Services, Updates Fee Structure for the First Time in 24 Years Read More
DELAWARE — In a bid to strengthen leadership within the food, fiber, and natural resources sectors, LEADelaware has selected 12 fellows from Delaware’s agriculture industry. These fellows will embark on …
LEADelaware Announces New Cohort of Fellows to Bolster State’s Agriculture Industry Read More
U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), Chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Subcommittee on Children & Families, released a new report on Thursday addressing what he describes …
Senator Bob Casey Releases Report on ‘Greedflation’ in Food and Agriculture Industries Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — PA Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding is inviting proposals for PA Farm Bill Agriculture & Youth Grants. These grants aim to empower youth with the skills needed to succeed …
$500,000 in PA Farm Bill Grants Up for Grabs to Transform the Next Generation in Agriculture Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding has issued a call for proposals, offering $500,000 in PA Farm Bill Agriculture & Youth Grants to organizations focused on preparing young individuals …
PA Agriculture Secretary Offers $500k Grants to Prepare Youth for Thriving Agriculture Industry Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger this week announced eight new project approvals through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) totaling $3,048,636 in grants and …
DCED Secretary Announces $3 Million in Grants and Loans to Boost Agriculture and Infrastructure Development Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — On Friday, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding wrapped up a weeklong annual tour of diverse projects in Pennsylvania that aim to strengthen communities and drive economic progress through agriculture. …
Pennsylvania Celebrates Innovations in Urban Agriculture: Strengthening Communities and Driving Economic Progress Read More