Agriculture

Nursery Growers Reminded to Sign Up for Crop Insurance Before May 1

March has been an exciting month for 4-H.  One of the interesting events I got to attend was the Extension Capitol Day.   I arrived with members of my county delegation which were all part of the Extension Agency.  I got the chance to talk to several Senators and Representatives about the importance of the Extension Program.  I believe it was good for many to recognize the impact the extensi more»

This weekend, my dad asked me if I’d help him with a job. Aside from his actual work, he hauls animals or equipment for others.  Normally, when he asks me to go, we take a horse to a different barn. Well, this trip was definitely not a normal delivery! We were to pick up a miniature donkey from an Amish farm, and take it to a birthday party at a restaurant in the city of Boardman, Ohio. more»

One thing that I love about living on a farm is that you never know whats going to happen next.  Even though there might be a plain in place the animals or the equipment might make a change, or some chances, within the plains. more»

The Reinvestment Fund (TRF) invites proposals from food related non-profit and for-profit businesses for grants and recoverable grants to support the development of our region’s food system. Grants of up to $50,000 and recoverable grants up to $75,000 will be awarded to organizations and businesses for predevelopment and growth activities for projects that will strengthen and diversify more»

Announcement from the Cornell Small Farms Program...

Learn About Low-interest Microloans of up to $35,000 Now Available for Farmers: Free Webinar April 10, 7-8pm EST more»

PASA wants to design a message that will reach diverse communities to get the word out about the benefits of healthy eating, farmers markets and the importance of local food. What are your ideas about expanding the reach of Buy Fresh Buy Local® in our PA communities - especially among low-income, senior citizens and minority communities? more»

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Announcing: Kiva Zip 0% interest loans

It sounds too good to be true, but it's a new loan program that is helping farms deal with cash flow and start-up expenses. Kiva.org has been a global microlender for decades, and Kiva Zip is their new subsidiary making 0% interest loans to small business owners in the US. more»

Agriculture Department Seeking Producers to Market Local Products to Turnpike Travelers

Tentative Schedule Announced for 50th All-American Dairy Show

Pennsylvania Bull Test Celebrates 40 Years of Improving Beef Industry

Lycoming County Fifth Grader Named PA Farm Show Detectives Grand Prize Winner

So much starting up this month!  Along with the State Capital Days just getting over, spring soccer will start soon, play practice, swine raising, horse breaking, and marching band will begin!  It's almost like summer is just racing to get up on us, as if spring isn't coming fast enough. more»

A national study (through survey) is being led by New York University, Pennsylvania State University, and NCAT-ATTRA project (The National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service), as they are currently looking for farmers in or around urban areas to take part! more»

The new 2nd edition of the Resource Guide for Organic Insect and Disease Management is out. Authored by Brian Caldwell, Dr. Eric Sideman, Abby Seaman, Emily Brown Rosen, Dr. Tony Shelton, and Dr. Christine Smart. more»

Dog Wardens, PetSmart Challenge Pennsylvanians to License 100,000 Dogs in March

Volunteer at the PASA Information Booth at Farm to Table Pittsburgh more»

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        After a long, cold winter, everyone always looks forward to the time when the nights are still crisp; but, as daylight breaks, it’s as though you can hear nature’s blessings come to life as the warm air begins to revive all the sleeping growth.  For some people, this season isn’t just another enjoyable time of year; it’s a season that has been part of many generations.  This season comes b more»

CSA Expert Exchange will feature discussion by CSA pioneer & author Elizabeth Henderson more»