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WASHINGTON, D.C. — American poultry producers have gained expanded market access to Namibia, which will now allow imports of fresh, frozen, and chilled poultry products from the United States, the …
Namibia Opens Market to U.S. Poultry in New Trade Breakthrough Read More
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
DOVER, DE — The Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) has issued an urgent warning to backyard flock owners. This follows reports of sick poultry sold by an individual in Hartly, …
Delaware Agriculture Department Issues Warning on Contagious Poultry Diseases Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move aimed at supporting small poultry and livestock producers, Senator John Fetterman has endorsed new rules proposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). These …
Senator Fetterman Backs USDA Rules to Protect Small Poultry and Livestock Producers Read More
PENNSLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Game Commission has announced changes to its late-season pheasant stocking schedule due to the recent detection of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) at a private game …
Pheasant Stockings Adjusted to Safeguard Pennsylvania’s Hunting Future Amid Avian Influenza Concerns 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
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