PennAg Industries Association

11/23/2022

On behalf of the PennAg Board of Directors and staff, we want to take a moment to say Thank You and wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends.

11/11/2022

We thank you for your service!

11/03/2022

The Keystone Crops & Soils Conference wraps up this afternoon. Two days of learning, fellowship and CCA credits....All of this is possible due to the wonderful support of event sponsors and the 100+ CCA (Certified Crop Advisors) who make this annual conference a huge success each year.

Thank you to the Harvest Sponsors: AdvanSix; Timac AGRO; PA 4R Alliance; AgXplore; KOCH Agronomic Services; Pivot Bio

Thank you to the Plant Sponsors: Brandt; FMC; King's AgriSeeds, Inc.; Nachurs Alpine Solutions; ORO AGRI; PowerAg; Stueve Construction

11/02/2022

More than 80 people are spending today and tomorrow at the Keystone Crops and Soils Conference. Conference sessions include: Fertilizer Markets: What's going on; soil health; Advancing Manure Management, 2022 Disease Year in Review;Sulphur Management for Legumes and so much more.

10/29/2022

Congratulations to the National FFA Officer team. Many congratulations and well wishes to Jessica Herr (from Pennsylvania) who was named National FFA Secretary. Congratulations to all and we wish Jessica the most amazing year!

10/21/2022

Come join us for the 2022 Keystone Crops & Soils Conference on November 2-3 at the Holiday Inn Harrisburg-Hershey hosted by PennAg Industries & Penn State Extension.

This continuing education-focused conference provides those engaged in agronomic and nutrient management consulting with the most up-to-date information about what is currently affecting Pennsylvania’s crop farmers.

Registration and Sponsorship details are available at the following links, and in the attachments.
Registration: https://cvent.me/rD3b9Q
Sponsorship: https://cvent.me/qPxaEL

09/24/2022

Information to protect your flock

If you have poultry - whether on pasture or confined - you need to be aware of Avian Influenza and implement proper protocols - this will protect your flock as well as your neighbors flocks.

If you have sick birds (production birds) - call PDA. If you see sick wild birds - call the PA Game Commission.

Free Avian Influenza webinar

09/23/2022

Photos from PennAg Industries Association's post

09/23/2022

PennAg Industries Association along with Bill Piper, Seneca Resources and Energy Transfer are happy to support Representative Barb Gleim's Farmer Breakfast this morning.
Representative Gleim has the 199th Legislative District which consists of part of CUMBERLAND County consisting of the TOWNSHIPS of Dickinson, Lower Frankford, Lower Mifflin, Middlesex, North Middleton, Silver Spring Upper Frankford, UpperMifflin and West Pennsboro and the BOROUGHS of Carlisle and Newville.

09/20/2022

The skies are blue, the temperature is 72 and it is a perfect day for the PA 4R Alliance Field Day in Hershey, PA.

09/13/2022

PennAg is looking for a 2023 Summer Intern (May 2023-August 2023).

09/07/2022

It may be an overcast, rainy day in Southcentral PA but it is a great day to share knowledge and discuss today's agriculture with the team from EPA.

09/01/2022

More than 40 PennAg members are attending the PennAg Annual Meeting this evening. It is a beautiful evening to celebrate PA Agriculture and PennAg

09/01/2022

It is a beautiful day at Blue Ridge Sportsman Club for the PennAg Sporting Clay Classic. There is a slight breeze and the temp is 74 degrees. The AM Flights launched at 9 a.m. Check out the following pictures so far this morning.

08/24/2022

Are you a PennAg member? Have you thought about joining PennAg? The PennAg team will host an informational meeting in Butler, PA on Thursday, September 8th from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the meeting room of Horizon Farm Credit. To learn more about the meeting or to rsvp to attend, please contact Libby at [email protected]

08/12/2022

PennAg currently has 2 openings and both are full time positions. Looking for a Communication Specialist as well as a Bookkeeper. Contact us to learn more.

08/12/2022

Pennsylvania has a new confirmed case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (), the state's first in a non-commercial, backyard flock.

The Department of Agriculture reminds all poultry owners – backyard flock owners and commercial producers – to keep their guard up to protect their birds from highly pathogenic avian influenza. Remember, your flock and your neighbors’ flocks depend on you!

Secretary Russell Redding reminds backyard bird owners and poultry and egg producers to stay vigilant, especially as wild bird migration season picks up again in the coming weeks.

🔸 Practice excellent biosecurity every day.
🔸 Everyone on the farm should clean clothes, and scrub boots or shoes with disinfectant and wash hands before and after contact with animals.
🔸 Keep equipment and vehicles clean, including all those entering your property.
🔸 Control birds and rodents who can carry and spread disease.
🔸 Keep your birds inside whenever possible and minimize the chance of contact with wild birds.
🔸 Clean under barn soffits and eliminate possible entry points for wild birds.
🔸 Eliminate standing water that may attract wild birds.

Poultry and eggs continue to be safe to eat. Human health is not at risk. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, avian influenza does not present an immediate public health concern.

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3AiIy23

08/04/2022

Today, PennAg Aquaculture Council members are hosting PA House Game and Fisheries Committee members as well as PA Fish & Boat Commission Commissioners and staff at Limestone Springs Preserve where Mark Ely is sharing insight into PA Aquaculture Farming - the demand, the growing market and the challenges.

08/03/2022

Photos from Secretary Russell Redding's post

08/03/2022

Today was a fabulous day to celebrate Grow PA - Agriculture and Food Careers in Pennsylvania. For the past 7 years, a partnership of agribusiness and organizations have worked to build and expand an online resource for students, educators and parents with the sole focus on the numerous careers in PA Agriculture. Each year, the partners join forces to collaborate on a 'summer intern project' for the Ag and Food Careers in PA website. Today, the 2022 Summer interns presented their work to a panel of esteemed reviewers: Rep. Ecker; PDA Secretary Redding, Heidi Florey and Kerry Golden. We invite everyone to visit: https://www.agandfoodcareersinpa.com/ and see the great work accomplished.
L-R: Rep. Ecker; Secretary Redding; Caroline Arrowsmith; Dana Nunemacher; Jessica Herr; Alayna Harrell; Morgan Bear; Devin DePamphilis; Heidi Florey; Kerry Golden

07/31/2022

Timeline photos

ℹ️ REMINDER: is highly infectious and can be fatal to domestic birds including chickens, ducks, geese, quail, pheasants, guinea fowl and turkeys. Tighten your biosecurity plan now.

Biosecurity checklists:
🦃 Protect Against Wild Birds, Rodents, and Insects: http://www.bit.ly/DefendtheFlock_Wild_Birds
🧼 Cleaning and Disinfecting Poultry Enclosures: http://www.bit.ly/DefendtheFlock_Clean_Disinfect
🗜️ Equipment and Vehicles: http://www.bit.ly/DefendtheFlock_Equipment_Vehicles
👋 Personnel and Visitors: http://www.bit.ly/DefendtheFlock_Personnel_Visitors

07/28/2022

The team at PennAg had the opportunity to meet and discuss agriculture issues with the 2022-2023 FFA State Officers last week. This is a great team of future leaders. We encourage everyone to get to know the State Officers and PA FFA.

07/27/2022

Photos from Secretary Russell Redding's post

07/15/2022

Redding Plans Quick Rollout of Avian Influenza Aid

Redding Plans Quick Rollout of Avian Influenza Aid

“We feel some sense of urgency now to get this done,” Pennsylvania's ag secretary said.

07/14/2022

Biosecurity is Key in Preventing Avian Influenza Spread - Pennsylvania Farm Bureau

Biosecurity is Key in Preventing Avian Influenza Spread - Pennsylvania Farm Bureau

With the recent detections of the HPAI in wild birds and domestic poultry in the United States, bird owners should review their biosecurity practices and stay vigilant to protect poultry from this disease.

07/06/2022

Industry Breakfast on Mental Health in the Animal Ag Industry | Center for Dairy Excellence

Whether you’re a producer or ag professional, join the entire Pennsylvania animal agriculture industry for the 2022 Industry Breakfast on Mental Health in the Animal Ag Industry.

Join us for a morning filled with conversation about real-time issues facing Pennsylvania agriculture, including mental health and farm stress.

Secretary Russell Redding will provide opening remarks, and Ginger Fenton from Penn State and Gina Pighetti, retired professor from the Tennessee State University, will share the findings of the 2022 Animal Ag Mental Health Survey.

More details to come.

Breakfast is free, but pre-registration is required. Registration is open at www.centerfordairyexcellence.org/industry-breakfast.

The Center for Dairy Excellence assists dairy farm families in the decision-making process and serves as a catalyst for collaboration to strengthen the broader industry. The Dairy Excellence Foundation supports programs that cultivate and inspire that next generation of Pennsylvania dairy.

06/22/2022

And that is a wrap on the 2022 EXPO. A huge thank you all the sponsors, speakers, tradeshow vendors and attendees. Enjoy browsing thru a few photos from earlier today. Mark your calendar for the 2023 EXPO which will be held on June 21, 2023 at the Lebanon Expo Center and Fairgrounds.

06/16/2022

5 days until The EXPO. Curious what is on the agenda? Check out the "Day at a Glance" Take note, if you need Act 49 or Act 38 credits - you will earn 3 credits attending sessions on June 22nd.
The EXPO is being held at the Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. next Wednesday. The EXPO is free to attend. Those interested in joining us for the buffet lunch, featuring Bell & Evans Chicken and delicious Pork BBQ, will be asked to pay $5 per person.

06/15/2022

The place to be on Wednesday, June 22 is the Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds for "THE EXPO". If you are involved in pork, poultry or manure - you will want to plan to attend this event. There will be commodity specific sessions, a tradeshow with over 100 displays/exhibitors, 2 special keynote addresses, a lunch buffet and much more. You can pre-register to attend by calling the PennAg Office at 717.651.5920 to reserve your spot (and then pay at the door the day of the event).

05/26/2022

Timeline photos

➡️ If you suspect your poultry is infected with , please report your concerns 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to the Pennsylvania Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services at 717-772-2852, option 1.

Biosecurity checklists: https://buff.ly/3s5jRBA

05/21/2022

A great career/job is waiting for you in agriculture.

05/18/2022

It's a beautiful day at The Bridges for the annual PennAg Divots for Degrees.

05/17/2022

Join us in welcoming our 2022 summer intern - Alayna Harrell!
Growing up on her family's farming operation, Alayna was exposed to the agricultural industry at a young age. As a high school student, she was active in her local 4-H and FFA chapters, and served as a Pennsylvania FFA State Officer in 2020. When deciding on a career path, she was certain that she wanted a role in the agricultural industry. She currently attends Penn State University where she is majoring in Agribusiness Management, with a minor in Corporate Communications. She is excited to gain hands-on experience this summer, while working alongside knowledgeable agriculturalists.

05/13/2022

Manure expo returning to Pennsylvania

We will be at this event - Hope to see you there as well

The North American Manure Expo will be July 13-14 in Chambersburg, Pa.

05/07/2022

Timeline photos

While High Path (HPAI) does not pose a risk to the public, and poultry and eggs are safe to eat if cooked properly, HPAI is highly infectious and can be fatal to domestic birds (chickens, ducks, geese, quail, pheasants, guinea fowl and turkeys).

Tighten your biosecurity efforts now ➡️ https://buff.ly/3s5jRBA

05/06/2022

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza:

Important information for everyone - farmers, consumers, agribusiness.

Everyone plays a role in preventing the spread of HPAI.

04/14/2022

A few photos of last evening's PennAg Banquet.

What a wonderful evening for all - over 500 people in attendance, a silent auction of council baskets which raised $1150 for the PennAg Scholarship, many smiling faces, great conversations, special recognition to the Distinguished Service winners, Adrian Robinson, Deputy Greg Hostetter, Sam Beamesderfer and Kerry Golden. With the finale of an amazing presentation by Amberley Snyder (and we encourage everyone to watch her story on netflix - Walk.Ride.Rodeo.).

Thank you to all who attended, sponsored and supported the PennAg Banquet.

04/11/2022

It's beginning to look a lot like PennAg Banquet time at the office. We are thrilled to have over 530 people scheduled to attend our Annual Banquet this Wednesday evening. The evening will feature a Silent Auction of "Council Baskets" with 100% of the proceeds funding scholarships; 4 Distinguished Service Award Presentations and an insightful guest speaker -Amberley Snyder. Stay tuned in the coming days for more photos and special recognition to the 50 sponsors of this years banquet.

01/28/2022

Your insight matters! If you are a producer in the Pennsylvania agriculture sector or a professional who works with PA producers, we’re working to put together a library of resources and workshops to help families and ag professionals navigate mental health issues. Please take a few minutes to fill out this short, confidential survey.

Complete the survey by Jan. 31: www.centerfordairyexcellence.org/mental-wellness-survey