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HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration has announced an investment of $6.7 million to safeguard 1,837 acres of prime farmland across 19 farms in 16 counties. Through the Farmland Preservation …
Saving Farms, Securing Futures: Pennsylvania Invests $6.7M to Protect Vital Farmland from Development Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Agriculture is more than an industry in Pennsylvania—it’s a way of life passed down through generations. This legacy was celebrated on Friday at the 2025 Pennsylvania Farm Show, …
Honoring Generations of Grit: Meet the Families Powering Pennsylvania’s Farming Legacy Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is doubling down on its commitment to protecting farmland, announcing a bold $10.2 million investment to shield 2,842 acres across 31 farms in 13 counties from …
Pennsylvania’s $10.2 Million Farmland Preservation Push Sparks Debate on Housing Crisis and Food Security Read More HARRISBURG, PA — In a decisive step to safeguard its agricultural heritage, Pennsylvania recently announced an investment of over $6.7 million to purchase development rights for nearly 2,000 acres across …
Pennsylvania’s Farmland Gamble: Millions Spent to Save Fields While Housing Crisis Looms! Read More
DOVER, DE — The Delaware Department of Agriculture recently announced the 28th round of easement selections by the Delaware Agricultural Lands Preservation, securing the future of 40 farms and 2,262 acres …
Delaware Agricultural Lands Preservation Announces 28th Round of Easement Selections Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration announced on Thursday a significant step in protecting Pennsylvania’s agricultural heritage by purchasing development rights for 2,629 acres on 28 farms across 19 counties. …
Pennsylvania Commits to Preserving Farmland with $9.8 Million Investment Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a fresh initiative aimed at addressing blight and fostering community revitalization across the country, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) have introduced …
Revitalizing America: Senators Introduce Game-Changing Land Banking Act Read More
HORSHAM, PA — Montgomery County citizens are beaming with pride today as a cherished part of their community, the Pennypack Farm property adjacent to the College Settlement camps in Horsham, …
Montgomery County Rings in Farm Preservation Milestone: Pennypack Farm Stands Tall in County Legacy Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration recently disclosed that 1,519 acres covering 22 farms across 11 counties have been permanently safeguarded from residential or commercial development. The preservation of these …
Pennsylvania Preserves 1,519 Acres on 22 Farms Across 11 Counties Read More PENNSYLVANIA — The Shapiro Administration recently announced the permanent preservation of 2,553 acres spread across 30 farms in 21 counties. This measure effectively safeguards these lands from any future residential …
Shapiro Administration Announces Preservation of Over 2,500 Acres of Prime Farmland in Pennsylvania Read More