New seed implement available to Elk County farmers Thursday, November 30 by wcednewsRIDGWAY – Farmers in Elk County now have an option to plant seeds without tilling the soil.The Elk County Commissioners approved the purchase of a no-till drill, which was... Read More.
‘Burns me to a crisp’: Farmers allege link between popular herbicide and Parkinson’s disease Tuesday, November 28 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- It is against the law to use paraquat in China, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and dozens of other countries. Many countries have banned the herbicide due to its extreme toxicity, while others have expressed concerns over the possible risk for Parkinson's... Read More.
Older Clearfield County residents may qualify for Farmer’s Market vouchers Tuesday, August 15 by Louise BennettCLEARFIELD – If you're at least 60-years-old, and a member of the Clearfield County community, you may qualify to receive a handful of Farmer's Market Vouchers.Mature Resources, in cooperation with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, says there are a limited number of vouchers available... Read More.
Some Black farmers worry they could be left out of federal debt relief programs Tuesday, May 2 by ABC News(KEYSVILLE, Ga.) -- For nearly three decades, Lucious Abrams says he has gotten letters from the United States Department of Agriculture promising to wipe out his debt --but for him and other Black farmers in the country, receiving relief from the federal government has been... Read More.
The Farmer’s Dog Super Bowl ad ranked as this year’s best Monday, February 13 by ABC NewsWith Super Bowl LVII in the record books, USA Today has posted its annual post-game analysis of this year's Super Bowl commercials.The dog food company The Farmer's Dog's ad ranked as tops based on the votes... Read More.
Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson named Chairman of House Agriculture Committee Wednesday, February 1 by Louise BennettWASHINGTON – The new Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee in the U.S. Congress is local Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson.It is the first time since the Civil War era that a Congressman from Pennsylvania holds that position.Thompson says he is already receiving good input... Read More.
New PA Senate bill would help farmers deliver agricultural products directly to homes Wednesday, January 25 by Louise BennettHARRISBURG - The Pennsylvania Senate has approved a bill which would make it easier for farmers to deliver products directly to customers’ homes.If this new bill becomes law, it could provide some help for struggling farmers by helping them save money.The legislation was introduced... Read More.
PA Secretary of Agriculture predicts increase in farm production Tuesday, October 11 by Louise BennettHarrisburg — Despite ongoing issues affecting food production and supply, the Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture says he is confident that the Commonwealth will do its part in helping to feed the world.As many of the state’s farms are celebrating festival season, Russell Redding commented that... Read More.
DuBois Area Farmer’s Market opens for final day of the season Saturday, October 8 by Louise BennettDuBois – Today is the final day of the DuBois Area Farmer's Market.After over three months of Saturdays, the... Read More.
How to save on pricey pumpkins as drought, inflation impacts farmers ahead of Halloween Tuesday, September 27 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- As prices continue to climb on an array of goods due to inflation and increased production costs -- like fuel for transportation -- farm owners have warned that pumpkins could have a higher price tag this season.With Halloween fast approaching, pumpkins... Read More.
