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WEST CHESTER, PA — AgConnect has launched its 2026 Chester County Farmers Market Trail program to encourage residents and visitors to explore local markets and support regional agriculture.
Can You Visit All 10? Chester County Launches Farmers Market Trail Read More
BLOOMSBURG, PA — A Columbia County orchard is expanding operations and increasing local food production after receiving more than $200,000 in state-backed funding, as Pennsylvania officials push to strengthen local …
State Funding Fuels Farm Growth Amid Rising Costs Read More
BERWYN, PA — The Berwyn Farmers’ Market is set to kick off National Farmers’ Market Week with the return of its popular signature event, Tomatopalooza, on Sunday, August 3. Held …
Tomatopalooza Returns to Berwyn Farmers’ Market With Fresh Flavors and Family Fun Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Commissioners have officially proclaimed August 3–9, 2025, as Farmers Market Week, recognizing the importance of farmers markets to the county’s economy, food supply, …
Chester County Declares August 3–9 as Farmers Market Week, Celebrates Local Food and Community Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has announced the allocation of $592,282 in grants to seven small meat and poultry processing businesses across five counties. The funding, which …
Big Win for Farmers! Pennsylvania Pours $592K into Butchers and Meat Processors to Boost Your Food Supply Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. —The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an investment exceeding $46 million. This funding is dedicated to advancing access to healthy foods and fostering local food system …
USDA Commits $46 Million to Address Food and Nutrition Insecurity in Underserved Communities Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — A partnership between Chester County Youth Center (CCYC) and Trellis for Tomorrow, a non-profit organization dedicated to sustainable agriculture and environmental education, has blossomed into a …
Cultivating Change: Youth Center’s Garden Project Boosts Food Security and Education! Read More