Gov. Tom Corbett proposed new spending for food safety inspections and Penn State’s Agricultural Extension program, but cut other programs local officials say could hurt Berks County farmers.
Those cuts included agricultural research programs, the Keystone International Livestock Exposition and All-American Dairy Show.
“All these livestock shows help put Pennsylvania on the map,” said Berks County Agricultural Coordinator Sheila Miller. “Especially here in Berks County. One of our own helps run the All American Dairy Show. … We wouldn’t want to see that not continue.”