MUNCY, PA – Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) hosted his annual “Breakfast Meeting on Agriculture” on Thursday with dozens of participants representing agriculture and agribusiness in Lycoming, Sullivan and Union counties.
Held at Today Farm in Muncy, attendees included Secretary Russell Redding of the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, farmers, agribusiness professionals, FFA students, dairy and fair royalty, teachers and elected officials.
“Each year, the discussion is intended to create a friendly dialogue and exchange of ideas on agricultural and environmental topics impacting our region,” Yaw said. “The meeting is also designed to listen to concerns and answer questions. I am thankful to all our attendees for joining us this year to help highlight important issues facing the industry.”
The event also featured a discussion on farm legacy and succession planning led by Jodi Gauker, business development extension educator from Penn State Extension.
“I’m incredibly grateful for the event’s generous sponsors, volunteers and speakers,” Yaw added. “Your continued support and engagement are what make this annual gathering such a great tradition for our region’s agricultural community.”
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