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HARRISBURG, PA — A startling avian influenza (AI) outbreak is suspected to be behind the sudden deaths of approximately 200 snow geese found in the Allentown area this past week. …
Deadly Bird Flu Suspected in Allentown as Hundreds of Geese Drop Dead Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania dog owners, the clock is ticking! By January 1, 2025, all dogs in the state must be licensed, and skipping this requirement could cost you big—up to …
Protect Your Pet and Community: Time to License Your Dog in Pennsylvania 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
WOMELSDORF, PA — Pennsylvania’s agricultural sector continues its forward momentum through innovative workforce training initiatives. Last week, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy A. Walker joined the …
Revolutionizing Pennsylvania Dairy: How Apprenticeships Are Shaping the Future of Farming Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has introduced a mandatory bulk testing requirement for milk to combat the potential spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). While the virus …
Pennsylvania Takes Bold Step with Milk Testing Plan to Prevent Avian Flu Spread Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has announced significant improvements in the efficiency of its licensing processes, a key milestone in Governor Josh Shapiro’s ongoing effort to make state …
How Governor Shapiro’s Reforms Are Slashing License Delays and Boosting Pennsylvania Businesses Read More HARRISBURG, PA — In a decisive move to enhance environmental protection and community health, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives this week passed two critical bills aimed at overhauling the management …
Pennsylvania Legislators Greenlight Landmark Bills to Tackle FPR Fertilizer and Protect Community Health Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In an effort to bolster the state’s agricultural sector and connect consumers with locally produced maple syrup, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has unveiled the PA Maple …
Discover Pennsylvania’s Sweet Secret: Unleash the Flavor with the New PA Maple Map! Read More
ERIE, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has announced the relaunch of the Fresh Food Financing Initiative (FFFI), an ambitious program designed to enhance access to fresh food across the …
Pennsylvania Revitalizes Fresh Food Financing Initiative with $4 Million Investment Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant move to bolster Pennsylvania’s agricultural sector, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding recently announced a $2.187 million investment in 27 research grants. This funding is aimed …
Unlocking the Future: Pennsylvania’s $2.2M Research Boost Set to Revolutionize Agriculture and Fuel Economic Growth! Read More