From crop inputs such as lime and fertilizer to the seed you plant – the Agronomic Products and Seed Council focus on issues related to pesticide application to seed tags to 4R’s.

The Commonwealth is second to Alaska in miles of streams and PA is ranked 4^th in trout production.  Issues impacting PA Fish Farmers such as fish health, PA Fish and Boat Commission regulations and licenses to propagate and sell fish are topics tackled by this council.

Anyone associated with Grain Buying, feed milling and creating balanced rations have a place in the Feed, Grain & Allied Industry Council.  The council explores issues ranging from transportation to grain quality to regulatory training sessions.

Equine is big in Pennsylvania – from pleasure horse to barrel racing to standardbred and thoroughbred racing.  The Horse Council dives into issues of equine health, horse transport and issues our members never thought they would encounter.

The proper method of transport and application of the valuable fertilizer resource, known as manure, is at the center of this council.  From issues related to transportation to regulation to continuing education credits, the Manure Haulers & Applicators council is on top of it.

Poultry in Pennsylvania is extremely diverse and is growing.  From Layers to Broilers to Ducks to Game Birds, the Poultry Council handles an array of issues.  Poultry health is a top priority, followed by regular communication with USDA, PDA, AHDC and industry stakeholders.

There is a mix of swine production in the Commonwealth – from large scale production to pasture pork to show pigs.  The Swine Council is able to help with any issue they face – from township ordinances, to community education to swine health and disease prevention.

The PennAg Legislative Committee is open to all members who have an interest in politics, legislation and regulations.  The Committee meets quarterly to review bills introduced by legislators in Harrisburg and discuss how those bills would impact PennAg members ability to grow and operate in Pennsylvania.

Transportation is a core function of PennAg members.  From rail to roads to air and boat -PennAg members all use various methods of transportation.  This committee focuses on what our members need to be successful – from training sessions with Federal DOT or PennDOT to authorization to transport goods during adverse weather.  The transportation committee focuses on keeping ag moving in PA.

Trained, skilled, dependable workforce is essential for all businesses.  This committee has 2 areas of focus. One is workers from another country looking for employment in an agriculture field and the second is outreach to youth (4^th-12^th grade) to make them aware of the numerous, exciting careers in PA Agriculture.