Chris Herr - Bridging the Divide, Finding Common Ground
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Chris Herr, representing the PennAg Industries Association, discussed the importance of finding common ground in agriculture during the stakeholders summit. He emphasized the continual evolution of agricultural practices, the importance of distinguishing between companion and food animals, and the role of public education in fostering understanding of animal agriculture. The association, with over 500 members, has been advocating for competitive agribusiness in Pennsylvania for over 130 years.
Chris Herr - Bridging the Divide, Finding Common Ground
- 1. How Pennsylvania is “Bridging the Divide – Finding Common Ground” Chris Herr PennAg Industries Association Animal Agriculture Alliance Stakeholders Summit May 2, 2012
- 2. Who is PennAg Industries Association Existed for more than 130 years Full-time, full-service membership association representing agri-business enterprises of all size and types Eight councils—over 500 members Working to create and maintain an effective, viable and competitive environment for Pennsylvania Agribusiness to grow and prosper.
- 3. Who is Chris Herr Lancaster County farm boy Penn State graduate Former agriculture deputy secretary PennAg Executive Vice President Advocate for agriculture Environmental advocate Animal welfare advocate
- 4. Here’s what I think Agriculture is “always” evolving With proper management and an open mind towards technology and trends I believe in the animal production practices used in America. Lets not confuse companion animals with food animals. I’m disgusted by insincere politics getting in the way of animal welfare—from both sides.
- 7. By the numbers 400,000+ public visitors 10,000 FT2 6,472 FT2 field, stream, equipment display 3,528 FT2 Pole Barn 400+ Volunteers 168 Animals 100 Different Companies 10 Animal displays 1 message
- 8. Construction
- 12. Opening the doors. . .
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- 21. Opening the doors …
- 23. Opening the Doors: Crops and Conservation
- 26. Mission Accomplished Overwhelmingly Normalized Engage positive response Today’s Agriculture Consumers
- 27. THANK YOU ! Chris Herr PennAg Industries Association cherr@pennag.com 717-651-5920 www.pennag.com