Agriculture

Public Invited to Enjoy Keystone Classic Barbeque State Championship

September 27, 2012

Public Invited to Enjoy Keystone Classic Barbeque State Championship

Public Invited to Enjoy Keystone Classic Barbeque State Championship

September 27, 2012

Public Invited to Enjoy Keystone Classic Barbeque State Championship

Pennsylvania™s CHEMSWEEP Safely Disposes of Two Millionth Pound of Old Pesticides

September 26, 2012

Pennsylvania™s CHEMSWEEP Safely Disposes of Two Millionth Pound of Old Pesticides

Bradford County Student Named 2012 Pennsylvania Dairy Princess

September 26, 2012

Bradford County Student Named 2012 Pennsylvania Dairy Princess

Mother Earth News Fair: education, outreach & some fun and games

September 25, 2012

Thousands of people attended the three-day Mother Earth News Fair at Seven Springs Mountain Resort in Somerset County, September 21-23, and for the third consecutive year, PASA partnered with the Mother Earth News Fair to bring sustainable agriculture education to this fun-filled, family-oriented sustainable lifes more»

Manure Haulers, Brokers Urged to Follow Safety Tips When Operating Manure Storage Facilities

September 25, 2012

Manure Haulers, Brokers Urged to Follow Safety Tips When Operating Manure Storage Facilities

Germany's Farm Potentials For The Northeast

September 19, 2012

After visiting my ancestral homeland, some thoughts on southern Germany and its farm potentials for the Northeast.

Farm Show: All-American Dairy Show

35 weeks 1 day ago
(Photo courtesy of PA Department of Agriculture)

ALL-AMERICAN DAIRY SHOW RELEASES more»

Looking for something to do this weekend? Join PASA at the myriad of events we have across the state

September 17, 2012

PASA announces an exciting array of events and opportunities to support your local farmer while enjoying the lovely fall weather in Pennsylvania. To celebrate the harvest season, PASA is hosting and attending farmer-focused and family-friendly events throughout the Commonwealth. Read on to find an event near you or mark your calendars for a PA road trip! more»

Farm Aid 2012 - Farm Tours

September 13, 2012

As part of the Farm Aid 2012 activities coming up next week, there are two farm tours taking place on Friday, September 21. Be sure to register today! more»

What For The Farm When The U.S. Dollar Collapses

September 7, 2012

Young farmer seeks current advice about the future ofhis farm if and when the U.S. dollar were to collapse

Maryland Pesticide Network needs volunteers for their pesticide study in the state

September 6, 2012

The Maryland Pesticide Network is looking for volunteers to contribute to their study quantifying total body pesticide burden in Maryland residents. more»

Stanford research confirms health benefits driving consumers to organic

September 6, 2012

Organic foods have lower pesticide residues, lower chance for antibiotic-resistant bacteria more»

Resource Guide for Value-Added Producer Grants

August 30, 2012

If any PASA members are interested in applying for funds under the USDA Value-Added Producer Grant program, PASA staff would be glad to provide some assistance. If you are interested in learning more, contact Michele Gauger, 814-349-9856. more»

Inside PDA: Aug. 24, 2012

38 weeks 4 days ago
 

Applications Being Accepted for Conservation Tax Credit Program

August 28, 2012

Applications Being Accepted for Conservation Tax Credit Program

Keystone Livestock Expo to Feature New and Favorite Events, Entry Deadlines Approaching

August 28, 2012

Keystone Livestock Expo to Feature New and Favorite Events, Entry Deadlines Approaching

Harvest Prices for Small Grains Now Available; Producers Can Determine Crop Revenue Loss

August 27, 2012

Harvest Prices for Small Grains Now Available; Producers Can Determine Crop Revenue Loss

Local dairy farm finds success in cheese making business

August 24, 2012

Local Dairy Farm Finds Success in Cheese Making Business
6th generation Wayne County farm to share experiences in diversifying the family dairy more»

Thank Ag Technology And Farms Using It

August 23, 2012

Without current ag technologies, this year’s drought would have had a monumentally greater impact on feed, food and fuel prices plus availability.

Pennsylvania Preserves 2,358 Additional Acres of Farmland

August 23, 2012

Pennsylvania Preserves 2,358 Additional Acres of Farmland

NRCS Accepting Applications for 2013 Conservation Programs

August 23, 2012

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is accepting applications for Fiscal Year 2013 financial assistance to help implement conservation practices that improve natural resources on farms, forestland, and wetland areas throughout Pennsylvania. more»

Penn State Rural Sociology survey needs current or former farm intern/apprentice input

August 21, 2012

The Rural Sociology Department at Penn State University is collecting feedback from workers' experiences. To date, internships and apprenticeships have played an important role within the sustainable farm community, yet the public knows little about the people who work in these programs and their impact on growing sustainable food. more»

Western PA cheesemakers tell how they will use scholarship funds

August 21, 2012

Two Western Pennsylvania cheesemakers will access the training they aspire to thanks to fundraising efforts by Pittsburgh's top sous chefs, with matching money from Slow Food Pittsburgh and contributions by PA Made Cheese and more»

Calkins Creamery & Highland Farm Field Day - August 30th

August 20, 2012

Local Dairy Farm Finds Success in Cheese Making Business
6th generation Wayne County farm to share experiences in diversifying the family dairy more»

Inside PDA: Aug. 17, 2012

39 weeks 5 days ago
 
 

Agriculture Department Honors Five Longstanding Farm Families

August 17, 2012

Agriculture Department Honors Five Longstanding Farm Families

PA Performance-Tested Sheep and Goat Sale Grosses Nearly $65,000

August 17, 2012

PA Performance-Tested Sheep and Goat Sale Grosses Nearly $65,000

'Barnyard Discussion' During PSU Ag. Progress Days

40 weeks 3 days ago
(Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-5), Chairman of the U.S. House Agriculture Subcommittee on Conservation, Energy & Forestry, and Carl T. Shaffer, President of the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau, this week hosted a “Barnyard Discussion” on agriculture policy during Penn State University’s (PSU) Ag Progress Days, which took place at the Red Barn within PSU’s Russell E. more»

Do you want to eat apples that have been genetically modified to resist browning?

August 10, 2012

The USDA is accepting comments on the deregulation of this genetically modified apple through September 11, 2012.

Voice your opinion here. more»

Researchers discover the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug's winter hideout

August 10, 2012

Researchers believe they have identified where brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) gathers in natural landscapes during winter, and their findings could help farmers manage this invasive insect. Doo-Hyung Lee, a postdoctoral research associate with USDA’s Agricultural Research Service, wants to understand precisely what the risks are to growers from BMSB overwintering in natural landscapes. more»

IPM travel grants available via the Northeast IPM Working Group

August 10, 2012

Would you like to learn more about integrated pest management (IPM) for vegetables or strawberries, but don't have funds for travel? Is there a meeting or conference with a focus on IPM that you would like to attend? Do you have a commitment to sharing what you learn with growers? more»

PASA Member Rodale Institute gearing up for their Organic Pioneer Awards ceremony

August 10, 2012

The Organic Pioneer Awards ceremony will be held Saturday, September 14 at the Rodale Institute in Kutztown, PA (Berks County. more»

Ohio first to participate in USDA's cooperative interstate shipment program

August 9, 2012

Ohio is the first state where state-inspected processors (who sign up for the program) can ship over state lines. more»

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