Description of the Indicator
This indicator details state and county funding for preserving farmlands across Pennsylvania.
Why is it important?
Agricultural lands provide resources such as produce, grain, and animal products. A strong agricultural presence is good for regional and export markets, benefiting local and state economies.
How is the region performing?
Funding from the Bureau of Farmland Preservation to the three counties and the state fluctuated during the years analyzed. Between 2017 and 2023, funding for the state increased by 2.5 percent, while funding for the three counties decreased by 19.2 percent.