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11/22/2025

Pennsylvania Farm Bureau (PFB) honored Rockwood Area School District’s Leanna Weimer with the Outstanding Agriculture Promotion & Education Award during PFB's 75th Annual Meeting at Hershey Lodge in Hershey.

The Outstanding Agriculture Promotion & Education Award acknowledges a Farm Bureau member who has significantly impacted their community by promoting agriculture and educating the public about the critical role agriculture plays in the community at large. This year marks the inaugural year of this award.

Growing up on a family farm, Weimer developed a love for agriculture at a very young age. This love led her to pursue a career in ag education – a career which would allow her to share her passion with others. Today, Weimer is an agriculture teacher and FFA advisor at Rockwood Area High School. Almost two decades into her career, she’s still fueled by the same motivation.

“I believe agriculture is a lifelong journey of learning, and there’s something truly powerful about witnessing someone gain new knowledge,” Weimer said. “I’ve seen firsthand how consistent education and outreach can positively impact both individuals and the broader agricultural community.”

Weimer’s education and outreach efforts are not limited to her high school students. Beyond school hours, she serves as an Adult Farmer Program Advisor, providing continuing education opportunities to local farmers on subjects ranging from regulations and technology updates to improved herd management, soil health practices, and marketing strategies.

Weimer’s work keeps active farmers up to date on the latest practices, helping them increase their operation’s efficiency and profitability while utilizing safer, more environmentally friendly methods.

Weimer’s passion and advocation for agriculture continue to make a difference in the agricultural community. Her efforts to share her knowledge and appreciation of agriculture with students and farmers have made a lasting impact that is felt throughout Somerset County.

11/21/2025

Bailey provides and update on WOTUS!

11/21/2025

An update from Bailey on the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act!

11/21/2025

Brittany Eisenman of Clarion County was named the recipient of the 2025 Distinguished Local Affairs Leader Award by Pennsylvania Farm Bureau (PFB). Eisenman was recognized during the 75th Annual Meeting in Hershey on Monday, Nov. 17.

The Distinguished Local Affairs Leader Award recognizes an outstanding individual, whose local affairs efforts and activities have helped solve problems and improve rural living for county Farm Bureau members.

Following Hurricane Helene, Brittany and her husband, Corry, worked tirelessly to arrange the “Northwest Pennsylvania Hay Drive,” to help farmers that experienced devastating loss from the hurricane and were struggling to feed their animals.

“We woke up one morning shortly after the storms hit the Carolinas and God laid on our hearts about trying to see if we could donate some of our round bales that we knew we weren’t going to be able to use this year,” Eisenman said.

Over the past 14 months, Eisenman has arranged more than 140 truckloads of hay donations from countless farmers in Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York and several different states to be transported to farms to help flood victims. Several Pennsylvania County Farm Bureaus got involved in the mission, donating truckloads of hay, supplies, money and their time to help farmers rebuild their farms.

“We see family farms in danger of having to sell off a legacy because they can’t come back from the loss of their crop, so we are trying to prevent that from happening,” Eisenman said. “We want generational farms to continue to thrive through crisis and that’s one way that farmers can help farmers continue to do that.”

The hay drive made a huge difference for many farmers as they struggled to find feed for their animals. Without the support of the hay drive, several farms would not have been able to continue. Thanks to the efforts of Farm Bureau members, led by Eisenman, that didn’t happen.

“The feedback we’ve gotten from the farmers is a blessing, but it’s more than that,” Eisenman said. “We don’t do any of this for recognition or even for a thank you, because that’s not what the Lord calls us to do. To personally be able to hear from those folks who received, it’s truly heartfelt and it’s just another reason we continue to do what we do.”

Pennsylvania Farm Bureau President Chris Hoffman today applauded the Senate vote to allow schools to offer whole milk ag...
11/21/2025

Pennsylvania Farm Bureau President Chris Hoffman today applauded the Senate vote to allow schools to offer whole milk again in schools and urged the House to act quickly.

“We are grateful to see the Senate unanimously advance the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act. Returning one of the most nutritious and wholesome beverages to schools has been a long-standing priority of our organization. Medical research and pediatricians have made it clear: our kids need the 21 essential minerals and 13 vitamins found in whole milk for proper development. This legislation ensures students get the vital nutrients necessary for strong bone density, a healthier immune system, and success in the classroom. We now urge the House of Representatives to promptly schedule a floor vote, ensuring this commonsense, scientific dietary offering reaches the President’s desk without delay.”

11/20/2025

During Pennsylvania Farm Bureau’s (PFB) 75th Annual Meeting in Hershey, PFB presented Central Columbia Agricultural Science Teacher and FFA Advisor Doug Brown with the Distinguished Service to Agricultural Award.

The Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award, PFB’s most prestigious award, recognizes individuals whose lifelong commitment to agriculture has meaningfully contributed to and advanced agriculture in Pennsylvania.

Brown, originally from Coudersport, PA, has been surrounded by agriculture from the very beginning. His grandfather, a third-generation dairy farmer, owned and operated a prominent dairy farm in McKean County. Brown’s father served as an ag teacher at Coudersport High School for 43 years.

These connections to agriculture heavily influenced Brown as he pursued higher education at Penn State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture and Extension Education, followed by a Master of Education in the same field.

Upon graduation, he began his professional career at Central Columbia High School—where he has remained a leader in their agriculture education and FFA programs for 35 years.

At Central Columbia, he has worked diligently to build a program that provides a consummate agriculture education to students from all backgrounds. Brown’s curriculum prioritizes an inquiry-based education which encourages students to explore their own interests in agriculture and environmental science. Brown prides himself on this approach as it drives continued curiosity, and ultimately, a career in agriculture or environmental science for many of his students.

Pennsylvania Farm Bureau thanks Doug Brown for his selfless work, and continued dedication to the growth and success of agriculture in Pennsylvania.

His work has left a lasting mark on countless students, young farmers, and agricultural professionals throughout the state. His incredible commitment to education and community serves as an inspiration to all.

Thanksgiving is almost here!! 🦃 This year, Pennsylvanians can expect to pay $66.86 for a Thanksgiving meal, higher than ...
11/19/2025

Thanksgiving is almost here!! 🦃
This year, Pennsylvanians can expect to pay $66.86 for a Thanksgiving meal, higher than this year's national average of $55.18.

This is what a few key items will cost in the grocery store:
🍗16-lb turkey: $28.96
🍞Cubed stuffing: $4.16
🍠Sweet potatoes: $4.72
🔴 Cranberries: $2.54
🥧Pumpkin pie mix: $4.42

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Credit: American Farm Bureau Federation

It was an honor to be graced by Secretary Russell Redding at Annual Meeting!! We're grateful for his continued dedicatio...
11/19/2025

It was an honor to be graced by Secretary Russell Redding at Annual Meeting!! We're grateful for his continued dedication to strengthening PA agriculture and improving the life of the PA farmer. Thank you Secretary Russell Redding!

We are so thankful to President Zippy Duvall for joining us at our 75th Annual Meeting!!!
11/19/2025

We are so thankful to President Zippy Duvall for joining us at our 75th Annual Meeting!!!

11/19/2025

Crawford County’s Christine Waddell was honored with the Outstanding Woman in Agriculture Award at Pennsylvania Farm Bureau's (PFB) 75th Annual Meeting on Sunday in Hershey.

The Outstanding Woman in Agriculture Award is an annual award presented by PFB’s Women’s Leadership Committee that recognizes a woman who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to the agricultural community.

Waddell, alongside her husband and son, is the owner and operator of Apple Shamrock Dairy in Townville. Waddell assumed her current role more than 40 years ago, and under her leadership, the farm has grown from a herd of 90 cows to the 1,200 cows they milk today. Even as their farm has expanded, Waddell and her husband have remained committed to using their platform to educate the public about the daily operations of their farm, and the dairy industry.

Off the farm, Waddell has found many ways to support the agricultural community. Over the years, she has served on the Horizon Farm Credit Board, participated in her county’s Dairy Princess Promotion Committee, and volunteered as both a Cloverbud 4-H leader and a Dairy 4-H leader.

A longtime fixture in the agricultural community, Waddell is always looking for new ways to get involved. She says the rewarding experiences make the time and effort worthwhile—and encourage others to take advantage of similar opportunities.

Pennsylvania Farm Bureau thanks Christine Waddell for all she does to promote agriculture in her community. Her leadership, business acumen, and devotion to the industry serve as an example to all women involved in agriculture.

And just like that, the 75th PFB Annual Meeting has wrapped! 💎This year’s Annual Meeting brought 3 incredible days of me...
11/18/2025

And just like that, the 75th PFB Annual Meeting has wrapped! 💎

This year’s Annual Meeting brought 3 incredible days of meaningful discussion and celebration! It was great to see so many of our members come together to connect, honor amazing accomplishments, and help decide what the future of Pennsylvania agriculture will look like. 🌽🐑🔆🐝

Thank you to all our members, speakers, and supporters who joined us and made this milestone year so special!! We can’t wait to see you all again next year!

Cambria County farmer Tommy Nagle has been re-elected as Vice President of Pennsylvania Farm Bureau (PFB) by voting dele...
11/18/2025

Cambria County farmer Tommy Nagle has been re-elected as Vice President of Pennsylvania Farm Bureau (PFB) by voting delegates at the 75th Annual Meeting of the state’s largest farm organization.

Nagle previously served as the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Vice President since he was appointed by the PFB Board of Directors to fill a vacancy following the 2022 Annual Meeting. Nagle will serve a two-year term.

Nagle raises beef cattle and grows crops on his family farm in Patton, Cambria County.

Nagle served on the PFB State Board of Directors for three years before being elected Vice President. Nagle has served on the Cambria County Farm Bureau Board of Directors for eight years, from 2011-2019 and has served as the President of Cambria County Farm Bureau from 2014-19. Nagle has been a longtime contributor to Farm Bureau, previously serving as the Vice President of his county, and he served as the policy development chair and the Young Farmer and Rancher (now Young Ag Professionals) chair in Cambria County.

In 2013, Nagle won PFB’s Young Farmer and Rancher Achievement Award, which is awarded to a Young Farmer and Rancher involved in production agriculture who has excelled in their farm or ranch and that demonstrate superior leadership skills. Overall, Nagle has more than a decade of experience in Farm Bureau leadership roles.

Nagle previously worked for DelGrosso Foods, as a purchase director for Imler’s Poultry and as a business banker for M&T Bank.

Nagle holds an accounting degree from Saint Francis University. Tommy has five children.

Hundreds of farmers from across the state attended Pennsylvania Farm Bureau’s 75th Annual Meeting at the Hershey Lodge from Nov. 16-18, to set policy for the statewide organization on issues affecting farm and rural families.

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