Climate Change – Simplified!

So you’ve been wondering what to recommend to your open-minded friends who want a readable but authoritative introduction to climate change, one which answers their key questions. Look no further! The US National Academy of Sciences and the U.K. Royal … Continued


Urbanchuk Speaks on Renewable Fuels Standards

John Urbanchuk, principal of ABF Economics, presented a most interesting talk concerning the U.S. Renewable Fuels Standards and how these have affected agriculture and consumers. Using detailed economic analysis and his vast knowledge in the subject area, John provided clear … Continued


Ag Careers Front & Center – Canada!

Throughout the world career opportunities in agriculture and food systems are expanding.  This means that many ag interests are promoting ag careers to young people.  Across the border in Canada national agriculture interests are spreading the word there too. Read … Continued


February Farming Notes

Once again we share observations and insights of interest to PSPA from our member, Duncan Allison. Ag research, ag diversification, healthy food, precision ag – are all fair game for Duncan! Click here:  FARMING NOTES February 2014


Greenhouses in Manhattan Schools – Yes, Really!

PSPA member, Darryl Biery, suggested this excellent PBS video concerning an innovative learning approach.  Eventually, 100 schools in Manhattan are slated to have greenhouses where, using agriculture, kids will be learning with hands-on projects. Here’s the video:  Greenhouses in Schools


Society Members Inducted Into PA Dairy Hall of Fame

Recently, at the 2014 Pennsylvania Farm Show, Dick Waybright and Carl Brown, Society members, were inducted into the PA Dairy Hall of Fame.  To read more about this distinctive honor here is the full story as it appeared in Hoard’s … Continued


John Urbanchuk to Address Society on Biofuels

“The Renewable Fuel Standard: The Impact of Biofuels on Agriculture and the Consumer” John Urbanchuk will describe the current situation and outlook regarding biofuels with specific emphasis on cellulostic ethanol, advanced biofuels and biomass biodiesel as well as an assessment … Continued


Ken Kleinpeter Addresses Society

Ken Kleinpeter, vice-president of Glynwood Farm, addressed the Society on February 6, 2014.  PSPA is experimenting with the use of video and this is the first presentation to be published. Kleinpeter Addresses Society 2_6_2014