FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 17, 2005
Contact:  Erin K. Kelly
(717) 846-2828
ekelly@pasen.gov
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Agenda and Testimony

Senators Waugh and Wenger to Hold Hearing On Farming Innovations and New Education Initiatives

HARRISBURG - Senator Mike Waugh (R-York) and Senator Noah Wenger (R-Lancaster) will hold a public hearing from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Monday, October 17 in Room 8EA of the East Wing in the Capitol Building. 

The hearing will focus on the need for alternative uses for manure and a new initiative called the "Farms to Schools" program.  Among those scheduled to testify are Secretary of Agriculture Dennis Wolff, representatives of conservation agencies, the Chesapeake Bay Commission, area farmers and other experts. 

Waugh and Wenger serve as chairman and vice chairman, respectively, of the Senate Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee.  They have introduced a comprehensive "Farmers First Agenda," which includes a number of measures designed to preserve farmland, prevent sprawl, help farmers be more competitive and ensure that agriculture remains Pennsylvania's top industry.  The senators are holding a series of hearings to seek input on their proposals and look for ways to help farmers. 

CONTACT:   

JAKE SMELTZ
SENATOR WENGER
(717) 787-4420

KRISTIN EBERSOLE
SENATOR WAUGH
(717) 787- 3817

CAROL MARAVIC
SENATE COMMUNICATIONS
(717) 787-6725