Andy Andrews

Harrisburg, Reading

Special Sections Editor at Butler Eagle

Senior Publications Editor, Pennsylvania Bar Association Former Special Sections Editor, Butler Eagle Author of DEEMED NONESSENTIAL.

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Articles

Pyro milk bottle designs educate, entice collectors

1 week ago | americanfarm.com | Andy Andrews

GETTYSBURG, Pa. — Are antique glass milk bottles works of art? Peter Bleiberg, who serves on the National Association of Milk Bottle Collectors board, who spoke about the impact of “pyroglazing” technology for generations of milk consumers, thinks so. “There were certain groups of designs created by these wonderful graphic artists at the glassmakers that many of us are familiar with,” Bleiberg said.
Digest the facts: What to consider before installing an anerobic digester

3 weeks ago | farmanddairy.com | Andy Andrews

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Are you thinking about installing a manure digester? It might seem like an easy decision to have an on-farm system to harness heat and energy from manure, but there are many things to consider and all are critical to the operations of a digester system, according to panelists who spoke at the Penn State Extension-sponsored Digester Day, held March 19, in State College.
97 MILK nonprofit seeks volunteers help to continue milk advocacy

3 weeks ago | farmanddairy.com | Andy Andrews

STEVENS, Pa. — A movement to promote the choice of whole milk in schools that began in 2019 in central Pennsylvania may be close to succeeding. The trouble is they need more manpower to reach pay dirt and change public sentiment about the red-capped milk that they feel too few people know is 97% fat-free. “We have a very dedicated team that makes things happen,” said Glen Hursh, 97 MILK chairman.
Kirkwood’s Herr claims award-winning soybean harvest

1 month ago | americanfarm.com | Andy Andrews

KIRKWOOD, Pa. — A little “push” can go a long way for soybean yield. Just ask A. Dale Herr Jr., who became the top soybean producer in the state’s soybean board contest. Herr’s work to “push” Pioneer Variety P35Z76E soybeans yielded 117.3 bushels per acre, planted after corn with a no-till drill on 15-inch rows on April 27 last year. Herr used a two-pass herbicide program and applied a fungicide and an insecticide.
Farmers asked to define their ‘why’ at Pa. Dairy Summit

2 months ago | farmanddairy.com | Andy Andrews

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Nearly 400 producers and agribusiness representatives were asked to consider the question “What is your why?” on Feb. 5 at the annual Pennsylvania Dairy Summit at the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center in State College. “Your why can overcome obstacles, inspire action and you can move forward,” said Peggy Coffeen, founder and host of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, referencing a book called “Start With Why” by Simon Sinek.
Convention identifies food trends to impact marketers

2 months ago | americanfarm.com | Andy Andrews

HERSHEY, Pa. — Consumer food demands are changing with a market in flux as new political leadership evolves. While food prices and insecurity remain high, one observation is certain: “The more you sell on your farm, the more you can benefit from capturing the food dollar,” said Claudia Schmidt, Penn State assistant professor of agricultural economics. Schmidt spoke to about 150 attendees on Jan. 29 at the Mid-Atlantic Fruit and Vegetable Conference at the Hershey Lodge.
You-pick growers offer advice to boost sales at pumpkin patches

2 months ago | americanfarm.com | Andy Andrews

HERSHEY, Pa. — If you plan to grow pick-your-own pumpkins, take some advice from several growers: Have wagons or wheelbarrows for each customer, accept credit cards and use reservation ticketing systems. Those and other tips were shared by a panel of four pumpkin growers to about 180 attendees on Jan. 28 during the Mid-Atlantic Fruit and Vegetable Convention at the Hershey Lodge.
Fulton County auctioneer wins Pennsylvania Auctioneer Association bid-calling crown

Jan 16, 2025 | farmanddairy.com | Andy Andrews

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Persistence pays off. In his fourth attempt as a contestant in the annual Pennsylvania Auctioneer Competition at this year’s 109th Pennsylvania Farm Show, one man realized his dream of holding the bid-calling trophy. Colin McPeak stood out atop 21 other contestants on Jan. 8 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex for the coveted honor. The competition is organized by the Pennsylvania Auctioneers Association in Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania.
Harmony Acres dairy grows to better serve community

Jan 3, 2025 | farmanddairy.com | Andy Andrews

BELLE VERNON, Pa. — An on-farm weekend project to supply dairy products to a community in need during the COVID-19 pandemic evolved into a full-time operation that continues to grow for the Orr family of Harmony Acres, in Fayette County. “Not everyone has access to local milk, meat and food, so providing that to our friends and neighbors has been a blessing all around,” said Jennifer Orr, owner of Harmony Acres, in Belle Vernon.
Playgrounds, Pickleball, And Premises Liability – Common Issues For Churches - Insurance Laws and Products - United States

Mar 18, 2024 | mondaq.com | James Forrest |Andy Andrews

Churches should be welcoming and inviting. Children's ministries and sports ministries especially. No church wants to have a 10-page waiver form for kids to play on the playground. There are real risks to manage, legal concepts to keep in mind, and important steps to take to manage/reduce the risk while maintaining a welcoming environment. Risks. There are 5 approaches.