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When Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled the Commonwealth’s first economic development strategy in nearly two decades, the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) was…
The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) has chosen new leadership for AgConnect, which specializes in connecting farmers and agribusinesses with the resources, training, and…
Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Michelle Kichline, along with members of the Chester County Agricultural Development Council (Ag Council), presented two annual…
On Saturday, Dec. 17, West Chester University recognized three individuals who have made a significant impact on the university and its students.
At the 9…
There are 1,342 students poised to begin the next chapters of their lives following graduation from West Chester University at five separate winter commencement…
The Chester County Commissioners and Chester County Agricultural Development Council have presented the 2022 Chester County Farmer of the Year award to Jamie Hicks of…
In honor of her contributions to the water industry and her immeasurable value as a leader, Serena DiMagno — a Senior Environmental Consultant at Spotts, Stevens…
Just in time for a summer full of exploring Chester County’s pick-your-own farms, wineries, farmers markets, and more, the Chester County Agricultural…
Chester County is projected to be the fastest-growing county in southeastern Pennsylvania, with growth of more than 25 percent anticipated by 2050. With a…
The Chester County Agricultural Development Council (Ag Council) has appointed Vincent Pompo, a partner at Lamb McErlane, and Cassandra Long, owner of Kolb’s Farm…
Chester County will adopt its first Ag Economic Development Strategic Plan, created to guide the future growth of the county’s important agricultural economy.
The…
The consumer interest in mushrooms is starting to pick up significantly. Many Kennett Square mushroom farms, however, are dumping their crops.
There’s nothing wrong…
The Chester County Economic Development Council’s Ninth Annual Energy Briefing kicked off Tuesday with businesses from 13 counties seeking solutions to effective energy consumption…
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is the updated version of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
Since July 1, 2020, the USMCA…
The application is now open for the Chester County Main Street Grant Round 2.
To help companies navigate the application process, the Chester County Economic…
The Chester County Commissioners have approved a further $10 million in funding to support small businesses and agricultural enterprises impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic…
The Chester County Commissioners, along with the Chester County Agricultural Development Council, recently presented two annual agriculture awards at First Generation Farms in Avondale.
Farmers…
The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged our nation in so many profound ways, and agriculture, an essential business in every way, has been no exception…
The agriculture industry plays a vital role in Chester County’s economy and way of life.
According to the Chester County Planning Commission, the county…
Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Michelle Kichline have announced the award of $5 million in grants to 248 Chester County small businesses…
A grant program created at the request of the Chester County Commissioners provides funding for small businesses and agricultural enterprises in the county that were…
Even as Pennsylvania remains under a stay-at-home order by Gov. Tom Wolf, the Chester County Commissioners have been meeting – virtually – with business and…
By Helen J. Esbenshade
Small business owners who have suffered economic losses due to coronavirus business closures may soon get some much-needed relief. The…
Kennett Square-based South Mill Champs is planning to construct a $115 million complex with nearly one million square feet of growing space on a…
With harvest season in full swing, Chester County is encouraging residents across the tri-state area to turn to its award-winning Guide to Local…
By Leslie Rylke
There are so many different ways to use a loan from the PA Industrial Development Authority or PIDA.  PIDA is not a…
Chester County Commissioners
Favorable market conditions combined with the reaffirmation of three Triple-A bond ratings resulted in approval by the commissioners of an ordinance…
Nearly 80 people gathered at the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) last week for the organization’s 7th Annual Energy Briefing.
The event was…
Tredyffrin Township resident Marian Moskowitz has announced that she will seek the Democratic party nomination for the Chester County Board of Commissioners.
Moskowitz, the Vice…
The Chester County Commissioners and the Agricultural Development Council recently presented dairy farmers Duane and Marilyn Hershey of Ar-Joy Farms in Cochranville the 2018…
Marian Moskowitz and her husband Dave moved to Chester County in January of 1984, so their children could attend the local public schools. They had…
A New farm guide published by the Chester County Board of Commissioners and the Agricultural Development Council aims to introduce county residents to local producers…
Mushroom farmers in Chester County are looking to expand their production with vegetables grown indoors, writes Sam Wood for the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Chris Alonzo of…
A decade’s worth of data is revealing the impact of the Chester County Economic Development Council on one of Pennsylvania’s most-thriving economies…
The Chester County Board of Commissioners, along with the Agricultural Development Council (Ag Council), presented two agricultural awards at a recent Commissioners’ Meeting.
The 2017…
The Chester County Board of Commissioners and the Agricultural Development Council have announced the availability of the 2017 Chester County Local Farm Products Guide.
2120 Creative
Downingtown-based 2120 Creative, a national digital marketing firm most recently known as Synergema Consulting Group, was recently awarded the Main Line Chamber…
Gawthrop Greenwood/Lamb McErlane
West Chester law firms Gawthrop Greenwood and Lamb McErlane opened lemonade stands last Friday to help raise money for Alex’s…
By Jodi Gauker
CSA is an acronym for Community Supported Agriculture. It’s a business model whereby customers INVEST in a farm business by making…
On March 21, Chester County – and the nation – will celebrate the 44th anniversary of National Agriculture Day.
As the county’s number one industry, agriculture…
Lundale Farm
Jodi Gauker has been named the new executive director of Lundale Farm, a 520-acre property in northern Chester County that leases land…
Whenever the agricultural industry in Chester County is mentioned, most of us immediately think of mushrooms. And rightfully so.
We do, after all, set the…
Sara Manning has been awarded the 2016 Chester County Ag Council’s Distinguished Service Award, announced at this month’s Commissioner Meeting…
The Chester County Board of Commissioners, along with the Agricultural Development Council, presented two agricultural awards at the Commissioners’ meeting this week.
The Farmer of…
Here’s what’s happening on Monday and Tuesday in Chester County Datebook.
On Monday, the Chester County Economic Development Council will host its Annual…
The Chester County Economic Development Council, with 50 employees and a $7.5 million dollar annual budget and led by Gary Smith (above), the Council…
1976, America’s Bicentennial Year, was an exciting time for our nation. Along with the fireworks and flags that dominated 1976, little did anyone know…
For Sue Miller, AgConnect has been a huge resource in growing her dairy and farmstead cheese business – Birchrun Hills Farm. This initiative of the Chester…
By Duncan Allison
Agriculture has shaped our countryside and played an important role in Chester County since Colonial Days when this region was considered the…
Here’s what’s happening on Wednesday and Thursday in Chester County Datebook.
On Wednesday, the Chester County Food Bank is celebrating R. James Macaleer…
Here’s what’s happening on Tuesday and Wednesday in Chester County Datebook.
On Tuesday, the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) will host the Technical…
Pennsylvania Farm Show’s landmark 100th year was good for Chester County, as local farmers and producers received high marks and praise from the Show…
The title of Chester County 2015 Farmer of the Year is being shared this year by two outstanding farmers who represent the…
Spring crops aren’t the only thing local farmers are cultivating this week; the newest guide to the offerings of more than 100 Chester County…
According to a Agricultural Info Sheet on dairy farming published by the Chester County Agricultural Development Council in January of 2015, there are 18,800…
Willistown strawberry farmer Robert Lange is Chester County’s 2014 Farmer of the Year, and retired dairy farmer Robert Ray of Glenmoore is winner of…
The 2012 Census of Agriculture data are available, but what do its numbers show for Chester County and the region?
The Chester County Agricultural Development…
Do you know an outstanding farmer or someone who gives exceptional service to those who work in agriculture?
The Chester County Board of Commissioners and…
The Yeatman family of Landenberg has grown sumptuous mushrooms marketed as Mother Earth Organic Mushrooms for the past 90 years.
These are a treat you…
Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), a private, non-profit, non-governmental regional economic development entity with offices in Eagleview in Exton ranked fifth on…
Four Chester County farms were recently placed into preservation through the Pennsylvania Agricultural Land Preservation Board – strengthening the county’s standing in the agriculture industry…
Staff Contributor
Chester County potato growers could see a boost in sales if the United States Department of Agriculture allows low-income pregnant and nursing…
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