Thanks to Society member Duncan Allison for providing us with this get set of information each month. Weather – Rain continues to drench our soils already both topsoil and subsoil are saturated. Lucky for those who harvested their corn earlier! … Continued

Society members visited Lancaster, PA in October with a trip to Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum. PSPA journeyed back through time to get a glimpse of Pennsylvania German rural life in the 1700 and 1800’s. The progression of our … Continued

George Washington was among the many fans of Newark cider, a long-missing treat now being recreated by a former ad man on a mission. ASBURY, N.J. — Ironbound Hard Cider may seem an odd name for the business Charles Rosen … Continued

Jerry Hatfield gave one of finest reviews of climate change while also covering the research being done to respond to the situation in agriculture. With a topic so often fraught with misinformation and confusion, Jerry brought real clarity and focus, … Continued

Overlooked No More: Yamei Kin, the Chinese Doctor Who Introduced Tofu to the West Long before veggie burgers and soy lattes were fashionable, Kin was sent on a mission by the United States government to uncover the benefits of the … Continued

PSPA recently donated the James Mease Chair, owned by PSPA to the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. James Mease (1771-1846), a 1792 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Medical School, was instrumental in the revival of the Philadelphia Society … Continued

Hear About Plant Science Research and Enjoy Farm Tours Join the Delaware Valley University Department of Plant Science at one or, more of these upcoming educational events. The following plant science events are open to the public. Advanced registration is … Continued

Honeybees are under siege, straining the business of farming. Now growers are turning to other bee species to help their crops. OMAK, Wash. — Jim Freese grows apples, pears and cherries on 45 acres in the north-central part of this … Continued

The September 6, 2018, Society meeting (first of the program year!) at the Union League of Philadelphia is coming soon! This meeting will begin earlier than usual! We will gather for fellowship, networking and a WINE TASTING at 11:30 AM Wine tasting … Continued

Thanks to member PSPA Member Duncan Allison for wonderful article on some current issues. Climate change is one of the major challenges of our world together with how we are going to meet the increased food needs of 10 billion … Continued