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USDA Grant Boosts Farmers Amid Controversial Athlete Ban

7/25/2025

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Five farmers in Northeast Pennsylvania are set to benefit from the USDA's Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure grant, which will enhance their operations with vital upgrades like cold storage and washing stations. This initiative, championed by local nonprofit Food Dignity, aims to bolster local agriculture. In a separate development, Governor Shapiro voiced criticism towards those backing a transgender athlete ban, leaving his position on vetoing the bill uncertain.

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Five farmers in Northeast Pennsylvania are set to benefit from the USDA's Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure grant, which will enhance their operations with vital upgrades like cold storage and washing stations. This initiative, championed by local nonprofit Food Dignity, aims to bolster local agriculture. In a separate development, Governor Shapiro voiced criticism towards those backing a transgender athlete ban, leaving his position on vetoing the bill uncertain.