Tom Venesky

Not only are the anti-trapping groups continually trying to ban the sport (and they have succeeded in some states), but now there are legislative efforts that attempt to prohibit consumers from utilizing fur products. (Photo by Benjamin Stäudinger, Flickr)

Aside from providing perennial seasonal favorites, pumpkin growers have also been quick to identify trends in home decor to direct which pumpkin varieties they're growing.

Sen. Lisa Baker, R-Luzerne County, cited working conditions and the changing nature of law enforcement as reasons to consider body cameras for deputies. (File photo)

Residents of Black Creek Township are concerned about a draft ordinance limiting animals on conservation land, though officials say it's still under revision.

The grants will target youthful innovators, young farmers and small and medium-sized enterprises with a focus on working to develop agri-food systems for young people.

A mid-Atlantic rendering service closure could threaten small farms by forcing processors to reduce operations due to limited byproduct disposal options.

We take water for granted because there is so much of it here, the columnist believes. But there are times, mostly seasonal, when water is in short supply and it impacts wildlife. (Photo by Ben Sosinecki)

Rep. Glenn Thompson and Rep. Thomas Massie are two of several names being floated as potential nominees for secretary of agriculture under the Trump administration.

Last year, hunters harvested 2,920 black bears across Pennsylvania, getting at least one in 58 of the state’s 67 counties. The statewide firearms bear season opens on Nov. 23. (Photo courtesy of the Pennsylvania Game Commission)

Deere & Company reported net income of $1.245 billion for the fourth quarter ending on Oct. 27, down from the $2.369 billion reported in October 2023.