On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, from 8:30–9:30am, Center Staff Attorney Brook Duer will present “Pennsylvania Right to Farm Laws” as part of Penn State Extension’s Conservation Cornerstone series.
From Penn State Extension:
Conservation Cornerstone is a webinar series designed for agriculture professionals beginning their conservation journey. Pennsylvania’s Right to Farm Act (1982) and ACRE law (2005) limit municipal actions against certain farming practices, shaping the regulatory landscape for agriculture. Understanding these laws is key to navigating township and county ordinances affecting farm operations. Experts from Penn State Dickinson Law’s Center for Agricultural and Shale Law will provide insights into how these laws function and their impact on farming in Pennsylvania.
Who is this for?
- New agricultural conservation district employees
- New agricultural conservation professionals
- Those involved with ACAP
- Those involved with other conservation financial assistance programs
What will you learn?
- Legislative checks on municipal authority over farm uses
- Overview of ACRE and Right to Farm laws
- Operation of these laws in Pennsylvania
