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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
PENNSYLVANIA —Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding is reminding dog owners in the state that they are required to purchase a 2024 license for their pets from their county treasurer by …
Pennsylvania Dog Owners Urged to License Pets by January 1, 2024 Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding recently announced a call for proposals for $450,000 in research grants through the Center for Poultry & Livestock Excellence. The center was established as …
Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Calls for Research Proposals to Boost Livestock and Poultry Sectors Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding has extended an invitation to Pennsylvanians to kickstart the new year by celebrating the state’s finest local produce at the 108th PA Farm Show’s …
PA Farm Show 2024: A Celebration of Local Producers and Community Connection Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding recently unveiled the lineup of singers who will perform the “Star-Spangled Banner” daily and at special events during the 108th Pennsylvania Farm Show in …
2024 PA Farm Show Announces National Anthem Singers, Thea Sten Wins Social Media Contest Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — On Friday, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Brig. Gen. Laura McHugh, Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Deputy Adjutant General-Army, initiated the 2023 Trees for Troops donation weekend …
Pennsylvanians Encouraged to Donate Christmas Trees for Troops Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding toured MudPond Meats, a custom butcher in Dalton, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday to announce recipients of the Very Small Meat and Poultry Processor Grants. A …
PA Agriculture Secretary Announces $676,140 Grant for Small Meat and Poultry Processors Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced on Tuesday the awarding of PA Farm Bill Farm-to-School Grants totaling $605,398. The grants, which support 56 schools, school districts, and childhood education …
Chester County Schools Benefit from PA Farm Bill Farm-to-School Grants Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry and Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding have issued a warning to businesses about a scam involving the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center. …
Pennsylvania Officials Warn of Scam Involving Non-existent ‘Winter Farm Expo’ Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) has announced that it is now accepting proposals for $1 million in grants aimed at increasing the competitiveness of the state’s horticultural …
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Announces $1M in Grants for Specialty Crops Read More