Most of us don’t spend our days plowing fields or wrangling cattle. We’re part of the 99 percent of Americans who eat food, but don’t produce it. Because of our intimate relationship with food, and because it’s so crucial to … Continued
Animal and plant breeders are trying out a set of powerful new tools which have the potential to revolutionize agricultural practices and provide consumers with more healthy and safe food options. Their new toolbox is called gene editing, and the … Continued
While it doesn’t make national news the trade war with China has begun with farm commodities. As in the past, agriculture will bear the brunt of political wrangling over trade. History shows that other countries, like Brazil, can and will … Continued
February’s meeting will feature Dr. Scott Sheely, of the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, reporting on workforce initiatives in Pennsylvania. You do not want to miss this informative presentation. It will be of interest to all in agriculture or with a … Continued
The Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture will recognize its Gold Medal Dr. MeeCee Baker at our February 2018 meeting at the Union League. Dr. Baker is a leader in Pennsylvania Agriculture, was the first female president of the National Association … Continued
The March 1, 2018 field trip is sure to be one of the best ever! We will be visiting JBS packing facility near Souderton, PA and having lunch at the Heritage Restaurant. Details to follow next month. JBS Beef Production … Continued
Check out this young vegetable grower! A school rally will be held in Tino Bruno’s honor. Officials will hand over a giant ceremonial check for $1,000. Reporters have been calling, and he’s got a date to go on the radio … Continued
Attracting wildlife to the farm can be both fun and profitable. Check it out – what Missouri farmers are doing to enhance their wildlife hospitality. JEFFERSON CITY • In Missouri, a number of farmers have turned to food plots to … Continued
Thanks to member Duncan Allison for this month’s Farming notes. Cycles in farming – Anyone farming is only too aware of the challenging environment for farming over the last few years with income falling significantly during the last four … Continued
Liz Whitehurst dabbled in several careers before she ended up here, crating fistfuls of fresh-cut arugula in the early-November chill. The hours were better at her nonprofit jobs. So were the benefits. But two years ago, the 32-year-old Whitehurst – … Continued
