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Rapidly changing drone technologies for pesticide applications highlight the need for robust testing, a Penn State plant pathologist told attendees at the recent Keystone Crops and Soils Conference in Harrisburg.
Drone Testing and Regulations: A New Frontier
Rapidly changing drone technologies for pesticide applications highlight the need for robust testing, a Penn State plant pathologist told attendees at the recent Keystone Crops and Soils Conference in...
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November 14, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Rapidly changing drone technologies for pesticide applications highlight the need for robust testing, a Penn State plant pathologist told attendees at the recent Keystone Crops and Soils Conference in Harrisburg.
4-H'er Emily Laudenslager is getting her goat Merlin and pigs, Beans and Chili, ready to show at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show. Watch here:
Lehigh County 4-H Youth Looking Forward to Pennsylvania Farm Show
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November 14, 2025 at 4:10 PM
4-H'er Emily Laudenslager is getting her goat Merlin and pigs, Beans and Chili, ready to show at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show. Watch here:
The Ohio Senate has voted unanimously to restrict the use of meaty names for cell-culture and plant protein foods.
Ohio Advances Rules for Labeling of Lab Meat and Plant Protein
The Ohio Senate has voted unanimously to restrict the use of meaty names for cell-culture and plant protein foods.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:20 PM
The Ohio Senate has voted unanimously to restrict the use of meaty names for cell-culture and plant protein foods.
Ag groups said they were pleased to see the shutdown end but looked forward to the passage of an updated Farm Bill.
Farm Bill Extended as Federal Government Shutdown Ends
Ag groups said they were pleased to see the shutdown end but looked forward to the passage of an updated Farm Bill.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Ag groups said they were pleased to see the shutdown end but looked forward to the passage of an updated Farm Bill.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a $220 million Ag Department budget on Wednesday that lacks his biggest requested increase for the agency.
Pennsylvania Budget Passes Without Ag Innovation Boost
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a $220 million Ag Department budget on Wednesday that lacks his biggest requested increase for the agency.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a $220 million Ag Department budget on Wednesday that lacks his biggest requested increase for the agency.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has terminated game warden Nelson Yocum amid allegations of misconduct, including allegedly baiting deer on private property.
Chester County Game Warden Fired Following Allegations of Misconduct
Nelson Yocum, who had been a game warden in northern Chester County, is no longer employed by the Pennsylvania Game Commission, the agency said in a Nov. 12 statement.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has terminated game warden Nelson Yocum amid allegations of misconduct, including allegedly baiting deer on private property.
Every year sheep producers bring their fleeces to the Berks County wool pool to sell to a commercial buyer. This year the pool brought in over 11,000 pounds of raw wool. Watch here:
Berks County Wool Pool Producers Optimistic About Tough Wool Market
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November 12, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Every year sheep producers bring their fleeces to the Berks County wool pool to sell to a commercial buyer. This year the pool brought in over 11,000 pounds of raw wool. Watch here:
This week on the Super Smart Farm Show, Lancaster Farming's podcast for kids, we're going underground to find out how soil helps plants grow. Listen at this link or find it on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!
What's So Special About Soil?
This week on the Super Smart Farm Show, we're going underground to find out how soil helps plants grow.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:20 PM
This week on the Super Smart Farm Show, Lancaster Farming's podcast for kids, we're going underground to find out how soil helps plants grow. Listen at this link or find it on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!
For good soil, thank a farmer. For free soil, thank a veteran.
Happy Veterans Day.
Happy Veterans Day.
November 11, 2025 at 5:55 PM
For good soil, thank a farmer. For free soil, thank a veteran.
Happy Veterans Day.
Happy Veterans Day.
Since it's first edition in 1955, Lancaster Farming has published plenty of recipes, including many from its readers. Here are a few favorites from over the years.
Celebrating 70 Years of Lancaster Farming Recipes
Since it's first edition in 1955, Lancaster Farming has published plenty of recipes, including many from its readers. Here are a few favorites from over the years.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Since it's first edition in 1955, Lancaster Farming has published plenty of recipes, including many from its readers. Here are a few favorites from over the years.
From the Belsnickel to Fasnacht Day, the Pennsylvania Dutch have a special way of celebrating holidays. Even mainstream traditions associated with Easter and Groundhog's Day have roots in PA Dutch traditions.
Holiday Traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch
From the Belsnickel to Fasnacht Day, the Pennsylvania Dutch have a special way of celebrating holidays. Even mainstream traditions associated with Easter and Groundhog's Day have roots in PA Dutch
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November 8, 2025 at 6:48 PM
From the Belsnickel to Fasnacht Day, the Pennsylvania Dutch have a special way of celebrating holidays. Even mainstream traditions associated with Easter and Groundhog's Day have roots in PA Dutch traditions.
Kyle Elliott of Millersville University's Weather Information Center says the holiday season could bring frigid weather, and the odds of a white Christmas are "higher than they’ve been in quite some time."
Winter Weather Outlook: Get Ready to Bundle Up for a Freezing December and January
Kyle Elliott of Millersville University's Weather Information Center says the holiday season could bring frigid weather, and the odds of a white Christmas are "higher than they’ve been in quite
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November 7, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Kyle Elliott of Millersville University's Weather Information Center says the holiday season could bring frigid weather, and the odds of a white Christmas are "higher than they’ve been in quite some time."
State legislatures have taken the lead on restricting dyes and other food additives, though their rules could spur the federal government to join in.
State Lawmakers at the Forefront of Eliminating Some Food Dyes
State legislatures have taken the lead on restricting dyes and other food additives, though their rules could spur the federal government to join in.
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November 5, 2025 at 7:38 PM
State legislatures have taken the lead on restricting dyes and other food additives, though their rules could spur the federal government to join in.
This week on the Super Smart Farm Show, Lancaster Farming's podcast for kids, we're taking a look back in history to find out what farmers did before tractors were invented. Listen at this link or find it on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!
What Did Farmers Use Before Tractors?
This week on the Super Smart Farm Show, we're taking a look back in history to find out what farmers did before tractors were invented.
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November 5, 2025 at 3:51 PM
This week on the Super Smart Farm Show, Lancaster Farming's podcast for kids, we're taking a look back in history to find out what farmers did before tractors were invented. Listen at this link or find it on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!
The first issue of Lancaster Farming appeared on Nov. 4, 1955. Join us in looking back on 70 years of agricultural journalism.
Lancaster Farming Marks 70th Anniversary
The first issue of Lancaster Farming appeared on Nov. 4, 1955. Join us in looking back on 70 years of agricultural journalism.
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November 4, 2025 at 1:41 PM
The first issue of Lancaster Farming appeared on Nov. 4, 1955. Join us in looking back on 70 years of agricultural journalism.
From brownie kiss cupcakes to chocolate chip pie, these 13 chocolate recipes are perfect for any chocoholic.
13 Rich Recipes to Satisfy Your Chocolate Cravings
From brownie kiss cupcakes to chocolate chip pie, these 13 chocolate recipes are perfect for any chocoholic.
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November 2, 2025 at 6:14 PM
From brownie kiss cupcakes to chocolate chip pie, these 13 chocolate recipes are perfect for any chocoholic.
Plant bulbs in containers now to enjoy potted blooms in the spring. Here's what you'll need to know — from pot selection to safe storage.
Plan for Spring Blooms by Planting Bulbs in Containers Now
Plant bulbs in containers now to enjoy potted blooms in the spring. Here's what you'll need to know — from pot selection to safe storage.
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November 1, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Plant bulbs in containers now to enjoy potted blooms in the spring. Here's what you'll need to know — from pot selection to safe storage.
What breed of horse did the Headless Horseman ride through Sleepy Hollow in Ichabod Crane's classic spooky legend?
What Kind of Horse Did the Headless Horseman Ride in 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow?'
What breed of horse did the Headless Horseman ride through Sleepy Hollow in Ichabod Crane's classic spooky legend?
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October 31, 2025 at 6:49 PM
What breed of horse did the Headless Horseman ride through Sleepy Hollow in Ichabod Crane's classic spooky legend?
In the Pennsylvania Dutch community, rituals and folk traditions are blended with Christian beliefs in a folk healing practice commonly known as powwowing.
Hexes and Healing: The History and Beliefs of Pennsylvania Dutch Powwowing
In the Pennsylvania Dutch community, rituals and folk traditions are blended with Christian beliefs in a folk healing practice commonly known as powwowing.
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October 31, 2025 at 3:47 PM
In the Pennsylvania Dutch community, rituals and folk traditions are blended with Christian beliefs in a folk healing practice commonly known as powwowing.
Animal welfare has been a hot-button topic over Lancaster Farming's 70-year history.
70 Years of Animal Welfare in American Agriculture
Animal welfare has been a hot-button topic over Lancaster Farming's 70-year history.
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October 31, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Animal welfare has been a hot-button topic over Lancaster Farming's 70-year history.
Our latest FarmHouse podcast episode is out now! This week we're presenting a special audio essay featuring a collection of farmers' voices to celebrate Lancaster Farming's 70th anniversary. Listen at this link or find it on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
For the Love of Farming: A 70th Anniversary Special
This week on the FarmHouse, we're presenting a special audio essay featuring a collection of voices in the ag industry to celebrate Lancaster Farming's 70th anniversary.
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October 30, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Our latest FarmHouse podcast episode is out now! This week we're presenting a special audio essay featuring a collection of farmers' voices to celebrate Lancaster Farming's 70th anniversary. Listen at this link or find it on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
Buying and selling farmland can be a daunting prospect, so finding sound guidance is key.
7 Tips for Buyers and Sellers Interested in Farmland
Buying and selling farmland can be a daunting prospect, so finding sound guidance is key.
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October 30, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Buying and selling farmland can be a daunting prospect, so finding sound guidance is key.
The Chesapeake Bay Program's newly revised agreement that includes input from ag advisers was approved by a key committee Oct. 28, outlining goals to be reached by 2040.
Chesapeake Bay Program Committee Resets Bay Improvement Goals for 2040
The Chesapeake Bay Program's newly revised agreement that includes input from ag advisers was approved by a key committee Oct. 28, outlining goals to be reached by 2040. Final approval
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October 29, 2025 at 6:57 PM
The Chesapeake Bay Program's newly revised agreement that includes input from ag advisers was approved by a key committee Oct. 28, outlining goals to be reached by 2040.
Volunteers at the Mennonite Central Committee Material Resource Center in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, transform raw materials, donated goods and hours of service into life-saving aid for people facing war, displacement and disaster around the world. Watch here to step inside MCC's relief operations.
Dedicated to Relief, Development, and Peace at the Mennonite Central Committee
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October 29, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Volunteers at the Mennonite Central Committee Material Resource Center in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, transform raw materials, donated goods and hours of service into life-saving aid for people facing war, displacement and disaster around the world. Watch here to step inside MCC's relief operations.
New Jersey and Virginia voters will be electing new governors Nov. 4. Here is where the candidates stand on agricultural issues.
Where Do New Jersey and Virginia Governor Candidates Stand on Ag?
New Jersey and Virginia voters will be electing new governors Nov. 4. Here is where the candidates stand on agricultural issues.
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October 29, 2025 at 1:03 PM
New Jersey and Virginia voters will be electing new governors Nov. 4. Here is where the candidates stand on agricultural issues.