{"id":36981,"date":"2025-07-10T08:01:03","date_gmt":"2025-07-10T12:01:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coatesvilletimes.com\/?p=36981"},"modified":"2025-07-10T08:01:04","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T12:01:04","slug":"agconnects-2025-rolls-out-chester-county-farm-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coatesvilletimes.com\/?p=36981","title":{"rendered":"AgConnect\u2019s 2025 rolls out Chester County Farm Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-20696\" src=\"https:\/\/coatesvilletimes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/2025-Farm-Guide-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"233\" height=\"300\" \/>AgConnect is pleased to announce the release of the 2025 <em>Chester County Farm Guide<\/em>, a publication that features the people, places, and products of Chester County\u2019s amazing agriculture industry. The Guide offers residents and visitors alike the opportunity to explore and support the region\u2019s rich farming heritage.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWhether you\u2019re on the hunt for locally-grown produce, a fun weekend activity, or you want to learn a little more about Chester County\u2019s agricultural products and heritage, this annual Farm Guide has it all,\u201d said Jordan Peek, project manager for AgConnect.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Farm Guide highlights more than125 family-owned farms and markets throughout Chester County, spotlights the County\u2019s Agriculture Award recipients, and includes a Farm Product Calendar showcasing what\u2019s in season, and various tips and resources.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This year\u2019s edition features the Rohrer family of Rob Roy Farm in Nottingham, the 2024 Chester County Farmers of the Year, recognized for their ongoing contributions to the agricultural community. Also featured is Lisa McNamara, recipient of the Duncan Allison Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award, whose tireless work continues to impact the future of farming in the county.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inside the Guide, readers will find seasonal recipes featuring ingredients grown and raised in Chester County. The Guide also highlights <em>Good Food Fest<\/em>, an annual family-friendly event that brings together local food vendors, educational activities, and wellness resources\u2014all in one vibrant location.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As always, the Guide showcases Chester County farms, producers, farm stores, and farmers markets where fresh produce, meats, eggs, flowers, fiber products, trees, and more can be purchased.\u00a0 The Farm Guide can also be found online at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.go-agconnect.org\/\">www.go-agconnect.org<\/a>, with an interactive feature to source farm products close to home.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cBy choosing to buy local, you\u2019re investing in the future of Chester County agriculture,\u201d added Jordan Peek. \u201cWe are thrilled to share this year\u2019s stories, resources, and events with the community.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information about AgConnect\u2019s programs for producers, youth and consumers, and to access the interactive farm guide, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.go-agconnect.org\/\">www.go-agconnect.org<\/a>, or follow AgConnect on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>AgConnect is pleased to announce the release of the 2025 Chester County Farm Guide, a publication that features the people, places, and products of Chester County\u2019s amazing agriculture industry. 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