After massive protests with more than 1,000 French farmers on tractors, the government has decided to respond with aid. Read about here in this New York Times article: France Supports Farmers Posted by MH McGrath, secretary
Winnie the Pooh has been enlisted in the effort to save honeybees – crucial to agriculture. A British campaign looks to get kids educated on local honey and efforts to save the bees. And what better way than to join … Continued
Dr. McGrath, a member of the Society, presented a lively talk on the science and progress to date of precision ag. He focused on the history of the technology, the science behind optimization, and covered the newest technology with hands-on equipment … Continued
Walmoore Holsteins is a great story of American agriculture. Walt Moore has mastered the three factors of business success; vision, operational excellence and capital investment. The Moore’s farm 1,250 acres on land that has been in the family for three … Continued
PSPA to Visit New Bolton on October 1 Field Trip Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center provides an internationally renowned standard of care. Located on a campus of some 700 acres in Chester County, Pennsylvania, New Bolton Center has one of … Continued
Rich O’Donnell takes over as president of PSPA for 2015 – 2016. Rich recently retired as an Executive with Univest Bank & Trust Company. During his 40 years in the financial services industry he held leadership roles at Continental Bank … Continued
The New York Times recently reported on progress in developing a vaccine against the current, virulent strain of avian influenza ravaging the U.S. poultry sector. Read the full article here >> Bird Flu Vaccine
Global food demand drives markets for basic fertilizer components, especially phosphates. New research takes a look at this critical resource in world markets. Read all about it in this article from “AG Professional” >> Phosphate Market
New Society member, Nancy Trivette, New Jersey Department of Agriculture Education Program Leader, is quoted in a recent NJ.com piece extolling the growth and vitality of ag education in New Jersey schools. “Agricultural education in New Jersey is growing,” commented Trivette. But there’s … Continued
With the start of our new fiscal year on July 1, we also welcome our new President, Rich O’Donnell. Rich brings a wealth of experience to his new post and a deep appreciation for the Society and the broad, agricultural interests of our … Continued
