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A red farm house sits amoung rolling agricultural hills in York County, Pennsylvania.

John Pavoncello/York Dispatch

Regenerative Practices Are Best Way to Boost Farm Resiliency, CBF Tells USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) should prioritize regenerative farming methods to promote conservation practices with the greatest climate change mitigation and adaptation benefits, experts at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) advised the department in comments filed today.  

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Wildwood Olewine Nature Center

CBF Staff

CBF Relocates Pennsylvania Office to Wildwood Park in Harrisburg

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) staff in Pennsylvania has surrounded itself with woodlands, water, and wildlife by relocating to Wildwood Park in Harrisburg.

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The summer sun rises and shines a rainbow of colors across the James River. The CSX A-line bridge crosses the river.

Chris Johnson

Virginia Governor Youngkin Proposes Funding for Pollution Reduction and Clean Water Programs

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin proposed budget amendments Dec. 18 that include an additional $17 million for agricultural best management practices that lead to cleaner rivers and streams.

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