Shapiro Administration Unveils New Interactive Soil and Water Sampling Map as Results Continue to Show No Contamination after the Norfolk Southern Train Derailment
New map provides data to the public, soil and water sample results indicate no signs of contamination from train derailment
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) released a new interactive mapping tool that shows final sample results from soil and water testing conducted by DEP in the wake of the East Palestine train derailment on February 3, 2023. Pennsylvanians can use this tool to review sampling results in the vicinity of the derailment.Read MoreDashboard
Shapiro Administration Invites Applications For PA Farm Bill-Funded Grants To Boost Local Meat, Poultry Supply Secretary Redding called for applications for $500,000 in PA Farm Bill-funded grants aimed at increasing locally produced meat and poultry in the state. Very Small Meat and Poultry Processor Reimbursement Grants help small businesses start up or expand and meet USDA food safety requirements. Governor Josh Shapiro demonstrated his commitment to stimulating growth for Pennsylvania’s agriculture small businesses in his 2023-’24 budget. Grants will be available depending on funding in the final budget.Read More
Shapiro Administration Invites Proposals For $2.187 Million For Research Critical To Growing Pennsylvania Agriculture Industry Secretary Redding called for research proposals on issues critical to sustaining and growing Pennsylvania’s $132.5 billion agriculture industry. In his 2023-’24 budget, Governor Josh Shapiro proposed $2.187 million to address complex challenges from reducing impacts of climate change and measuring soil and water conservation, to tackling emerging animal diseases, to meeting demand for bio-based fuels and plastics.Read More
DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn and State Forester Ellen Shultzabarger pose with DCNR staff and Borough of Mechanicsburg staff behind a newly planted tree in Mechanicsburg. DCNR Highlights Importance of Trees in Communities on National Arbor Day On Arbor Day, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn and State Forester Ellen Shultzabarger planted trees in Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, to highlight the many benefits trees provide to communities.Recap
During Take Your Child To Work Day at the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, kids enjoyed a day full of fun which included planting flowers, learning more about the vet labs, and exploring the WoodMobile.See More
The Lancaster County Career and Technology Center Agriscience team recently visited with faculty and students from Burrowes Elementary to foster an understanding and appreciation for PA farmers and agriculture. Focusing on the different components of agriculture, 2nd and 4th grade students learned about many careers in agriculture, the feed used to grow strong animals, and how veterinarians work to keep our agriculture animals – from rabbits and pigs, cows and horses – safe and healthy. Agriculture education is essential in keeping our industry growing and ready for the future, and we’re very grateful to Dr. Alex Rohrer, the Burrowes Elementary School, and the Lancaster County Career and Technology Center for providing an introduction and foundation to a rewarding and lifelong career.
Secretary Redding attended the Ag Bankers Conference in State College to talk more about the current financial landscape of agriculture.See More
Left to right: Ashley Mount from USDA, Joseph Diamond from PA Farm Bureau, Amanda Rankin from Armstrong County Farm Service Agency, Robin Fox from Bedford Farm Service Agency and Corinne Elliott. Corinne Elliott, Bureau of Market Development, attended the Bedford County Farm Service Agency Open House – hosted by the Bedford County Conservation District. It was a great event with experienced and new farmers looking for information and learning about the different agencies and services offered to help farmers across Pennsylvania.
Recently, Secretary Redding had the opportunity to talk with the current members of Delta Theta Sigma as they discussed how the agriculture industry is exploding with opportunity.See More
The PA Department of Agriculture hosted the Human and Animal Food Operation Rapid Response Team Conference. Attendees spent their time listening to speakers and executing field work at Asylum Run. See More
Applications are open for the fourth round of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) recovery support for poultry farmers and integrators who suffered losses in HPAI Control Zones (the 10-kilometer perimeter around an infected, quarantined farm). Deadline: Apply by June 29, 2023Apply
The William and Hannah Penn Fellowship Program is now accepting applications until May 13, 2023. Apply today and gain valuable experience working with state agency policy offices. As part of this fellowship, you will gain invaluable experience in the policy-making process while making a difference in PA agriculture. Help transform our state government!Apply
Farm and Food Workers Relief Program Available Through PASA Sustainable Agriculture Frontline farm workers and meatpacking workers who incurred expenses preparing for, preventing exposure to, and responding to the COVID-19 pandemic can apply for a one-time $600 relief payment through this website, which is administered by Pasa Sustainable Agriculture.Learn More
NHLA Inspector Training School – Class 202 NHLA is excited to bring their 8-week Inspector Training School program to Pennsylvania. The program is a mix of hands-on training and testing, in-class lectures, group study, one-on-one training with the instructor, and more. Students who successfully fulfill all of the program requirements will receive a certificate of completion. Tuition: $3,250 Schedule: June 5 – July 28, 20238:00 am – 4:00 pmRegister
Shapiro Administration Unveils New Interactive Soil and Water Sampling Map as Results Continue to Show No Contamination after the Norfolk Southern Train Derailment 
Shapiro Administration Invites Applications For PA Farm Bill-Funded Grants To Boost Local Meat, Poultry Supply Secretary Redding called for applications for $500,000 in PA Farm Bill-funded grants aimed at increasing locally produced meat and poultry in the state. Very Small Meat and Poultry Processor Reimbursement Grants help small businesses start up or expand and meet USDA food safety requirements. Governor Josh Shapiro demonstrated his commitment to stimulating growth for Pennsylvania’s agriculture small businesses in his 2023-’24 budget. Grants will be available depending on funding in the final budget.Read More
Shapiro Administration Invites Proposals For $2.187 Million For Research Critical To Growing Pennsylvania Agriculture Industry Secretary Redding called for research proposals on issues critical to sustaining and growing Pennsylvania’s $132.5 billion agriculture industry. In his 2023-’24 budget, Governor Josh Shapiro proposed $2.187 million to address complex challenges from reducing impacts of climate change and measuring soil and water conservation, to tackling emerging animal diseases, to meeting demand for bio-based fuels and plastics.Read More
DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn and State Forester Ellen Shultzabarger pose with DCNR staff and Borough of Mechanicsburg staff behind a newly planted tree in Mechanicsburg. DCNR Highlights Importance of Trees in Communities on National Arbor Day On Arbor Day, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn and State Forester Ellen Shultzabarger planted trees in Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, to highlight the many benefits trees provide to communities.Recap
During Take Your Child To Work Day at the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, kids enjoyed a day full of fun which included planting flowers, learning more about the vet labs, and exploring the WoodMobile.See More
The Lancaster County Career and Technology Center Agriscience team recently visited with faculty and students from Burrowes Elementary to foster an understanding and appreciation for PA farmers and agriculture. Focusing on the different components of agriculture, 2nd and 4th grade students learned about many careers in agriculture, the feed used to grow strong animals, and how veterinarians work to keep our agriculture animals – from rabbits and pigs, cows and horses – safe and healthy. Agriculture education is essential in keeping our industry growing and ready for the future, and we’re very grateful to Dr. Alex Rohrer, the Burrowes Elementary School, and the Lancaster County Career and Technology Center for providing an introduction and foundation to a rewarding and lifelong career.
Secretary Redding attended the Ag Bankers Conference in State College to talk more about the current financial landscape of agriculture.See More
Left to right: Ashley Mount from USDA, Joseph Diamond from PA Farm Bureau, Amanda Rankin from Armstrong County Farm Service Agency, Robin Fox from Bedford Farm Service Agency and Corinne Elliott. Corinne Elliott, Bureau of Market Development, attended the Bedford County Farm Service Agency Open House – hosted by the Bedford County Conservation District. It was a great event with experienced and new farmers looking for information and learning about the different agencies and services offered to help farmers across Pennsylvania.
Recently, Secretary Redding had the opportunity to talk with the current members of Delta Theta Sigma as they discussed how the agriculture industry is exploding with opportunity.See More
The PA Department of Agriculture hosted the Human and Animal Food Operation Rapid Response Team Conference. Attendees spent their time listening to speakers and executing field work at Asylum Run. See More
Applications are open for the fourth round of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) recovery support for poultry farmers and integrators who suffered losses in HPAI Control Zones (the 10-kilometer perimeter around an infected, quarantined farm). Deadline: Apply by June 29, 2023Apply
The William and Hannah Penn Fellowship Program is now accepting applications until May 13, 2023. Apply today and gain valuable experience working with state agency policy offices. As part of this fellowship, you will gain invaluable experience in the policy-making process while making a difference in PA agriculture. Help transform our state government!Apply
NHLA Inspector Training School – Class 202 NHLA is excited to bring their 8-week Inspector Training School program to Pennsylvania. The program is a mix of hands-on training and testing, in-class lectures, group study, one-on-one training with the instructor, and more. Students who successfully fulfill all of the program requirements will receive a certificate of completion. Tuition: $3,250 Schedule: June 5 – July 28, 20238:00 am – 4:00 pmRegister