Ag Progress Days- which is billed as Pennsylvania’s largest outdoor agricultural exposition- is underway.
Along with the food, the animals and the exhibits, Director of the Penn State Agriculture and Environment Center Matt Royer says serious issues are being discussed.
“A panel is looking at water quality issues in Pennsylvania as it relates to agriculture,” Royer said.
One idea under consideration would reward Pennsylvania farmers who exceed land and water requirements.
“Recognizing those leaders as a way of providing additional incentive for farmers to reach a higher bar of conservation,” he said.
Officials are also seeking to identify problem areas in the state where pollution is the most serious.
Ag Progress Days continue through Thursday at the Russell Larson Agricultural Research Center, which is southwest of State College.
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