PA: Hunger/Food/Nutrition
PA Community Action Agencies work to eradicate poverty
Tuesday marks the 60th anniversary of the Economic Opportunity Act, enacted in the 1960s as part of a national "War on Poverty." It has made a big …
More than fresh produce: PA farmers markets help local economies
This is National Farmers Market Week, but almost every week, fresh fruits and vegetables and local products attract customers to more than 8,000 …
Smaller ranchers voice concerns about USDA electronic tag mandates
The U.S. Department of Agriculture will soon require electronic eartags for cattle and bison that cross state lines. The USDA says its rule will …
PA aims to simplify health coverage for kids with Medicaid waiver
A proposed waiver would eliminate Medicaid issues by ensuring uninterrupted coverage for qualified children until they turn 6. If approved by the …
Report: Strengthening PA child-welfare system for kids, families
The 14th annual "State of Child Welfare in Pennsylvania" report is out. It shows some progress but also highlights ongoing areas of concern. Reports …
Report: PA needs work on managing, preventing chronic conditions
Pennsylvania ranks 23rd among states for the overall health of Pennsylvanians in a new America's Health Rankings report by the United Health Foundatio…
Local meat producers in PA rally against EATS Act
Advocates for locally controlled family farms in Pennsylvania say a proposed amendment to the 2023 Farm Bill would gut states' ability to regulate the…
Farmer Education Bill to Tackle Impacts of Climate Change in PA
New federal legislation aims to help farmers in Pennsylvania and elsewhere share their knowledge of conservation practices as they face an increasing …
Report: PA Ranks 22nd Among States in Child Well-Being
Pennsylvania ranks in the middle among states for the well-being of its children. It is 22nd overall in the new Kids Count Data Book from the Annie E…
Grant Money Geared to 'Keep Milk Local' in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania dairy processors and farmers can apply for grants to assist them with upgrading their facilities, as part of a larger effort to keep …
PA Food Banks Get Cash to Improve Cold Storage Capability
READING, Pa. -- Food banks in Pennsylvania have been a lifeline to families during the pandemic. Now, state officials are using an influx of federal …
PA Organizations Call for Action on COVID Relief
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- More than fifty advocacy organizations have sent a letter to Pennsylvania's congressional delegation urging immediate action on a …