Historically farmers have been looked upon very favorably as the providers of our food and for looking after our farmland. However “factory farming” often seems to be used in a derogatory way to describe modern farming. Most industries have had … Continued
The world’s land and water resources are being exploited at “unprecedented rates,” a new United Nations report warns, which combined with climate change is putting dire pressure on the ability of humanity to feed itself. The report, prepared by more … Continued
Thanks for member Duncan Allison for these notes each month. I am making no excuse for once more focusing on the link between farming and food. Obvious but increasingly critical as the general public is more aware of the source, … Continued
Ag economists take aim at proposed move of USDA research offices. Dear AAEA members, The Agricultural and Applied Economics Association (AAEA) supports maintaining and strengthening economic statistics, research, education, and extension programs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. A high … Continued
The debate over science in the current administration has taken a new twist with proposed relocation of research offices at USDA. Former agency heads and environmentalists are blasting a new executive order issued late Friday evening as a stealthy … Continued
Many times over the years Society members have presented some of the best programs at our luncheons. The June 2019 meeting was no exception to this as our new member, Emory Dabney, presented an engaging program focused on the food … Continued
The most serious threat to forests and orchards now bursting on the scene is the Spotted Lanternfly. This article provided critical information on this devastating pest and how to report infestations. Required reading! (forwarded by PSPA member, Michael Nolan) The … Continued
The Society was looking forward to a tremendous field trip over a two-day period to Penn State University and Happy Valley – the 26 members who attended the field trip were not disappointed! After the trip several members hailed it … Continued
Julia Freedgood of the American Farmland Trust engaged our membership with a terrific presentation regarding the Trust’s latest efforts in identifying and mapping the most threatened Farmland in the United States. Ms. Freedgood emphasized that the loss of farmland continues … Continued
The Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture members greatly enjoyed the trip to the Stroud Water Research Center in March. The field trip encompassed both an overview of the center’s work as well as a tour of the laboratories and details … Continued
