February 01, 2024 - Newville, PA
Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger and Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding visited high-tech food manufacturer Reykjavik Creamery in Newville to highlight the important role of agriculture in the new Pennsylvania Economic Development Strategy - the first plan of its kind to guide the Commonwealth in almost 20 years. Governor Josh Shapiro and Secretary Siger unveiled the strategy this week at OraSure Technologies in the Lehigh Valley. The Governor and his Administration have been working aggressively to make Pennsylvania a leader in innovation and economic development. The new economic development strategy will capitalize on the Commonwealth's strengths and reignite our economy by focusing on the Agriculture, Energy, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, and Robotics and Technology sectors. Pennsylvania is a national leader in agricultural products including dairy, fruit, livestock, poultry, forest products, and more. "Agriculture has been, and will continue to be, a crucial component of Pennsylvania's economy," said Secretary Siger. "As we implement this new plan, we will ensure the Commonwealth continues as a national leader in agriculture, and make sure the industry continues to thrive well into the future. This strategy will lead to real economic growth for Pennsylvania businesses and more opportunity for our workers."Speakers Include:Gunnar Birgisson, CEO & Founder of Reykjavik CreameryRick Siger, Secretary, Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)Hayley Painter, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Painterland Sisters YogurtRyan Unger, President, CREDCDaniyar Chukin, CEO, Norr OrganicRussell Redding, Secretary, Department of Agriculture
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