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As we approach the season of gratitude and giving thanks, it’s time to reflect on the heart of our Thanksgiving feasts – the turkey. More specifically, where that turkey comes …
Give Thanks to Local Farms: The Heart of Thanksgiving in Chester County Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — On Thursday, during Military Appreciation Day at the 107th Pennsylvania Farm Show, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding joined MG Mark Schindler, Pennsylvania’s adjutant general and head of the DMVA, …
Pennsylvania’s First Recipients Of Farmer Veteran Grants Announced Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — On Thursday, Pennsylvania protected 2,478 acres on 30 farms in 18 counties from future residential, or commercial development, investing more than $8.9 million in state, county, local and …
170 Farms and 13,069 Acres Protected in Pennsylvania Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — This Thanksgiving, consider shopping locally to support Pennsylvania farmers. Agriculture is a huge part of the Pennsylvania economy, and by shopping at local businesses that display the PA …
Support Pennsylvania Farmers This Holiday Season By Shopping Locally Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a continued effort to preserve Pennsylvania’s farmland, the state recently invested nearly $7.5 million in 24 farms across 10 counties. This brings the total number of protected …
Pennsylvania Protects 2,046 Acres of Farmland From Development Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Just in time for a summer full of exploring Chester County’s pick-your-own farms, wineries, farmers’ markets and more, the Chester County Agricultural Council has issued its …
Chester County Ag Council Issues New Guide to Local Farms and Farm Products Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Tom Wolf announced awards of more than $2.8 million in tax-exempt, low-interest financing for five Lancaster and Chester County farms through the Next Generation Farmer Loan …
5 Lancaster and Chester County Farms Receive $2.8 Million in Tax-exempt, Low-interest Financing Read More