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There were six records set in Tuesday’s Sale of Champions auction, which offers the grand and reserve champions of each junior market species at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
2026 PA Farm Show Sale of Champions Sets Half-Dozen Records
There were six records set in Tuesday's Sale of Champions auction, which offers the grand and reserve champions of each junior market species at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
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January 13, 2026 at 7:11 PM
There were six records set in Tuesday’s Sale of Champions auction, which offers the grand and reserve champions of each junior market species at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Olivia Bender of Picture Rocks received first place and $250 at the America 250 PA Apron Contest held Jan. 13 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
America 250 Apron Contest Showcases American Spirit at PA Farm Show
Olivia Bender of Picture Rocks received first place and $250 at the America 250 PA Apron Contest held Jan. 13 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
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January 13, 2026 at 5:22 PM
Olivia Bender of Picture Rocks received first place and $250 at the America 250 PA Apron Contest held Jan. 13 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
At 72, calf-riding farm girl Anita Flick thrills Pennsylvania Farm Show crowds, proving reined cow horse competition is a lifelong passion.
Age Is No Barrier for 72-Year-Old Reined Cow Horse Competitor at PA Farm Show
At 72, calf-riding farm girl Anita Flick thrills Pennsylvania Farm Show crowds, proving reined cow horse competition is a lifelong passion.
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January 13, 2026 at 2:18 PM
At 72, calf-riding farm girl Anita Flick thrills Pennsylvania Farm Show crowds, proving reined cow horse competition is a lifelong passion.
Ian Schlappich of Berks County received the highest award in Pennsylvania FFA on Monday.
Schuylkill Valley FFA Student Is School’s First Keystone Degree Recipient
Ian Schlappich of Berks County received the highest award in Pennsylvania FFA on Monday.
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January 12, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Ian Schlappich of Berks County received the highest award in Pennsylvania FFA on Monday.
Adalyn Martin of Russell beat 71 other contestants to win first place and $500 with her Chocolate Dubai Pistachio Kadaifi French Macaron Bars.
PA Farm Show Junior Baking Contest Winner Serves Up Dubai Chocolate Macarons
Adalyn Martin of Russell beat 71 other contestants to win first place and $500 with her Chocolate Dubai Pistachio Kadaifi French Macaron Bars.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:06 PM
Adalyn Martin of Russell beat 71 other contestants to win first place and $500 with her Chocolate Dubai Pistachio Kadaifi French Macaron Bars.
Showing livestock at the Pennsylvania Farm Show is the culmination of a year of hard work and dedication by all involved. Judge Nate Brookshire describes what he looks for in both the animals and kids that come out to compete. Watch here:
PA Farm Show: Through the Eyes of a Livestock Judge
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January 12, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Showing livestock at the Pennsylvania Farm Show is the culmination of a year of hard work and dedication by all involved. Judge Nate Brookshire describes what he looks for in both the animals and kids that come out to compete. Watch here:
Data center construction is a threat to farmland, but Republicans G.T. Thompson and Dan Meuser said it could also be an economic opportunity for Pennsylvania farm country.
Pennsylvania Congressmen Seek Silver Lining on Rural Data Centers
Data center construction is a threat to farmland, but Republicans G.T. Thompson and Dan Meuser said it could also be an economic opportunity for Pennsylvania farm country.
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January 12, 2026 at 1:57 PM
Data center construction is a threat to farmland, but Republicans G.T. Thompson and Dan Meuser said it could also be an economic opportunity for Pennsylvania farm country.
Egg lovers unite! These 16 recipes will have you covered from oven scrambled eggs in the morning through to chocolate egg pudding for dessert after dinner.
From Breakfast to Dessert: 16 Recipes Featuring Eggs
Egg lovers unite! These 16 recipes will have you covered from oven scrambled eggs in the morning through to chocolate egg pudding for dessert after dinner.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:52 PM
Egg lovers unite! These 16 recipes will have you covered from oven scrambled eggs in the morning through to chocolate egg pudding for dessert after dinner.
The owner of The Farm at Doe Run in Coatesville took home five ribbons for his entries, including Best of Show for his St. Malachi cheese, during the Cheese Competition at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Meet the Best in Show Winner at the PA Farm Show Cheese Competition
The owner of The Farm at Doe Run in Coatesville took home five ribbons for his entries, including Best of Show for his St. Malachi cheese, during the Cheese Competition
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January 11, 2026 at 4:29 PM
The owner of The Farm at Doe Run in Coatesville took home five ribbons for his entries, including Best of Show for his St. Malachi cheese, during the Cheese Competition at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Lorrie Rauch of New Tripoli won the Blue Ribbon Apple Pie Contest on the opening day of the 110th Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Get the Blue Ribbon Apple Pie Recipe from the 2026 PA Farm Show
Lorrie Rauch of New Tripoli won the Blue Ribbon Apple Pie Contest on the opening day of the 110th Pennsylvania Farm Show.
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January 11, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Lorrie Rauch of New Tripoli won the Blue Ribbon Apple Pie Contest on the opening day of the 110th Pennsylvania Farm Show.
At the Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show, wholesale nurseries said sales have generally been good.
Nurseries Aim for Strong Plant Sales in 2026
At the Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show, wholesale nurseries said sales have generally been good.
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January 10, 2026 at 7:26 PM
At the Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show, wholesale nurseries said sales have generally been good.
Last year, the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank received 491 market animals for its Bid Buy Donate program, which will be promoted at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Donated Auctioned Market Livestock Helps Bid Buy Donate Feed the Hungry
Last year, the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank received 491 market animals for its Bid Buy Donate program, which will be promoted at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
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January 10, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Last year, the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank received 491 market animals for its Bid Buy Donate program, which will be promoted at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Unexpectedly high milk production has led to low milk prices, a struggle that usually corrects itself, but could high beef prices lead to prolonged lows?
When Will Milk Prices Rebound, and How Are Beef Prices Affecting the Market?
Unexpectedly high milk production has led to low milk prices, a struggle that usually corrects itself, but could high beef prices lead to prolonged lows?
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January 10, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Unexpectedly high milk production has led to low milk prices, a struggle that usually corrects itself, but could high beef prices lead to prolonged lows?
A Duroc from Chambers Family Farm was supreme champion out of nine breeds of bred gilts at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Duroc From Punxsutawney Takes Supreme at PA Farm Show Bred Gilt Show
A Duroc from Chambers Family Farm was supreme champion out of nine breeds of bred gilts at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show.
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January 9, 2026 at 8:08 PM
A Duroc from Chambers Family Farm was supreme champion out of nine breeds of bred gilts at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show.
Depressed auction prices have triggered a ripple effect throughout the market as used machinery prices stagnate and trade-in values decline.
Auction Values Depress Farm Machinery Market
Depressed auction prices have triggered a ripple effect throughout the market as used machinery prices stagnate and trade-in values decline.
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January 9, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Depressed auction prices have triggered a ripple effect throughout the market as used machinery prices stagnate and trade-in values decline.
The Norwegian company AquaCon has revised its discharge permit for a salmon farm in Port Deposit, Maryland. Area residents attended an informational meeting about it on Jan. 7.
Proposed Maryland Salmon Farm Seeks Stricter Permit Following Lawsuit
The Norwegian company AquaCon has revised its discharge permit for a salmon farm in Port Deposit, Maryland. Area residents attended an informational meeting about it on Jan. 7.
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January 9, 2026 at 5:43 PM
The Norwegian company AquaCon has revised its discharge permit for a salmon farm in Port Deposit, Maryland. Area residents attended an informational meeting about it on Jan. 7.
Pennsylvania Sen. Judy Schwank is urging fellow senators to co-sponsor legislation she said would mirror neonicotinoid seed treatment bans in New York and Vermont.
PA State Senator Proposes Ban on Neonic Seed Treatments
Pennsylvania Sen. Judy Schwank is urging fellow senators to co-sponsor legislation she said would mirror neonicotinoid seed treatment bans in New York and Vermont.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:39 PM
Pennsylvania Sen. Judy Schwank is urging fellow senators to co-sponsor legislation she said would mirror neonicotinoid seed treatment bans in New York and Vermont.
Our latest FarmHouse episode is out now! This week we're talking about how to farm fish sustainably to meet a growing market need, fish welfare and settling the farmed versus caught fish debate. Listen at this link or find it on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you find your podcasts!
Farming Fish Sustainably and Ethically With Brittany Peachey
This week on the FarmHouse, we're talking about how to farm fish sustainably to meet a growing market need, fish welfare and settling the farmed versus caught fish debate.
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January 8, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Our latest FarmHouse episode is out now! This week we're talking about how to farm fish sustainably to meet a growing market need, fish welfare and settling the farmed versus caught fish debate. Listen at this link or find it on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you find your podcasts!
The Pennsylvania Nut Growers Association says it's built the perfect nut cracker, which will for sale at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg.
Pennsylvania Nut Growers to Unveil New Nutcracker at PA Farm Show
The Pennsylvania Nut Growers Association says it's built the perfect nut cracker, which will for sale at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:02 PM
The Pennsylvania Nut Growers Association says it's built the perfect nut cracker, which will for sale at the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg.
A cow reining competition will fill a significant hole in the Pennsylvania Farm Show schedule created by the national outbreak of a highly contagious equine disease.
Reined Cow Horse Competition Added to 2026 PA Farm Show Saturday Schedule
A cow reining competition will fill a significant hole in the Pennsylvania Farm Show schedule created by the national outbreak of a highly contagious equine disease.
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January 8, 2026 at 1:46 PM
A cow reining competition will fill a significant hole in the Pennsylvania Farm Show schedule created by the national outbreak of a highly contagious equine disease.
Dairy and meat groups praised the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which reflect priorities of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
New Dietary Guidelines Emphasize Protein, Whole Milk
Dairy and meat groups praised the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which reflect priorities of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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January 7, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Dairy and meat groups praised the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which reflect priorities of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Cheyenne Bastian-Brown was a busy bee last year, spreading the good word about pollinators across the United States as reigning American honey queen.
Honey Queen Recounts Year Buzzing About Pollinators
Cheyenne Bastian-Brown was a busy bee last year, spreading the good word about pollinators across the United States as reigning American honey queen.
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January 7, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Cheyenne Bastian-Brown was a busy bee last year, spreading the good word about pollinators across the United States as reigning American honey queen.
The recent equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy has given horse owners renewed reason to keep these biosecurity measures in mind in the barn and while they travel.
Infectious Disease Biosecurity for Horse Farms and Owners
The recent equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy has given horse owners renewed reason to keep these biosecurity measures in mind in the barn and while they travel.
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January 7, 2026 at 1:52 PM
The recent equine herpesvirus myeloencephalopathy has given horse owners renewed reason to keep these biosecurity measures in mind in the barn and while they travel.
As of Jan. 1, Ohio swine breeders are operating under a new open-pen sow housing rule that limits the use of gestation crates.
New Ohio Sow Housing Rule Goes Into Effect
As of Jan. 1, Ohio swine breeders are operating under a new open-pen sow housing rule that limits the use of gestation crates.
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January 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM
As of Jan. 1, Ohio swine breeders are operating under a new open-pen sow housing rule that limits the use of gestation crates.
A dynamic duo of ag educators return to their alma mater of Northern Lebanon High School to inspire FFA youth and help them get ready for the PA Farm Show.
Northern Lebanon Ag Teachers Prep Kids for PA Farm Show
A dynamic duo of ag educators return to their alma mater of Northern Lebanon High School to inspire FFA youth and help them get ready for the PA Farm Show.
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January 6, 2026 at 5:24 PM
A dynamic duo of ag educators return to their alma mater of Northern Lebanon High School to inspire FFA youth and help them get ready for the PA Farm Show.