December 06, 2022 - Cochranville, PA
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Bureau of Plant Industry Director Dr. Ruth Welliver visited Star Roses Nursery in Cochranville to highlight concerted efforts to protect Pennsylvania's economy and environment from damage threats posed by invasive species. "Invasive species can hit the bottom lines of Pennsylvania businesses and homeowners hard, posing threats to our health and quality of life," said Redding. "By building partnerships that span across industries and agencies we are working together to safeguard the plants in our yards and the crops in our fields, now and for the future." The department works to protect farm crops, nursery crops, and home landscapes, from invasive bacteria, viruses, insects, and plants. Through the bureau of plant industry, the work provides consumer protection for Pennsylvania shoppers to ensure quality products and services through certification, licensing, product registration, survey, and inspection programs.List of Speakers:John Rausch - Director of Supply Chain, Star Roses and Plants Michele Scheiber - Director of Research, Star Roses and PlantsRussell Redding - Secretary, PA Dept. Of AgricultureDr. Ruth Welliver - Director, Bureau of Plant Industry with PA Dept. Of AgricultureGregg Robertson - Government Relations Consultant for PA Landscape & Nursery Association
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