New Program to Foster Organic Growth

Today, the Organic Trade Association (OTA) announced a new partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help guide farmers transitioning into certified organic agricultural production.   To read more, click here.

Allentown Farm Transition Session Set for Jan. 24

PA Farm Link will be holding a Farm Succession and Transition Program on Jan. 24 at the Lehigh County Agricultural Center, Allentown, Pa.  Professionals in the agricultural industry will be providing valuable information to farm business owners who are looking to...

More Farm Show Help Urgently Needed

PVGA still needs more volunteers to staff the Farm Show food booth and the high tunnel exhibit. We are looking for people on the following shifts:     3 people Friday, Jan. 6  noon to 9 p.m.     4 people Saturday, Jan. 7  3 to 9 p.m.     2 people Sunday, Jan. 8   3 to...

Fire Damages Dan Schantz Greenhouse Complex

The owners of the Dan Schantz farm said a fire that ripped through one of its buildings Tuesday night caused more than $1 million in damage, including the loss of flowers and bulbs awaiting shipment. Despite all that damage at the 83-acre Dan Schantz Farm &...

Still Needed – Farm Show Helpers and High Tunnel Interpreters

PVGA is still in need of volunteers for the Farm Show Food Booth for the following time slots: Friday, January 6, from noon to 9:00 p.m. (6 to 8) Saturday, January 7, from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.  (5) Sunday, January 8, from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.  (2) Monday, January 9, from...

Young Grower Award Deadline Extended

The deadline to apply for the “PVGA Young Grower Award” is being extended to Saturday, January 7, 2017.  The Board of Directors voted to establish the Young Grower award that will be awarded each year by the Leadership and Recognition Committee.  PVGA...