Blue Juniata FFA Banquet

Yesterday evening (April 16th), I got the opportunity to attend the Blue Juniata FFA Banquet.  It was a great honor to attend this event since I am a past member of this chapter.  I was able to not only watch my brother and sister accept their awards but all the FFA members that I grew up with get theirs. Thank you Blue Juniata FFA Chapter for having me, it was a great time!  Congratulations to all for a great year and good luck to the seniors as you leave this chapter of your life!

Did You Start Gardening? Article- April 16, 2015

“April showers bring May flowers.” This old saying brings great news to everyone knowing that we will be seeing beautiful flowers everywhere and warm weather is on its way.  To our gardeners, this means that it’s time to bring out the gardening tools and seeds to start the season off right!

 By planting your own fruits and vegetables, you’re not only benefitting yourself by saving money and eating healthier but supporting the PA Preferred program!  This program supports many companies that use only foods grown in Pennsylvania.  Purchasing only Pennsylvanian foods supports our neighbors, families, friends and local farmers while restoring pride in homegrown products and helping the economy.  Here in Huntingdon, we have our own farmer’s market starting back up in May at Portstown Park!

                If you are planting flowers, vegetables or fruits this season, consider entering your products at the Huntingdon County Fair in Neary Hall.   It’s a great way to show off your hard work and support the PA Preferred Program.

                So with the April showers coming and going, start your own garden with your family.  Plant items that you use most in celebration of April being National Garden Month while giving small children a project to do this summer!  Next time, you shop at a local grocery store or farmer’s market remember to look for the PA Preferred logo to support PA’s number one industry, agriculture.  Happy Gardening!

Do You Want to Take a Part in Something Bigger?

“It’s an AG-venture!” 5K Run/Walk is coming to the Huntingdon County Fairgrounds on May 17^th at 2pm in support of our youth!  This 3.1 mile race will take you all over the 69 acres of the beautiful Huntingdon County Fairgrounds.

The cost to walk or run is $20 per person and you will receive an awesome t-shirt and a great cardio workout!  All the proceeds from this race will go to the Msgnr. John W. Mignot Scholarship fund.  This scholarship is offered to six college fair participants across the state, thanks to the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs (PSACF). 

If you would like to participate and help out the youth, hop on www.huntingdoncountyfair.com to download your registration form today! Make sure you tell your family and friends about this great race so they can enjoy the fellowship with you!  If you any questions, feel free to email me at sarah15.jefferis@gmail.com. Hopefully I will see you and your family and friends at the first ever “It’s an AG-venture!”  5K!