By Blake Jackson
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding unveiled the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show theme, “Growing a Nation,” at the historic Wyck House Farm and Garden in Philadelphia. The event, Pennsylvania’s State Fair, will kick off a year of America250PA celebrations, drawing millions of visitors and highlighting the state’s key role in the founding of the United States.
“America was born in Pennsylvania, with its identity deeply rooted in agriculture. Two hundred and fifty years later, Pennsylvania agriculture is still leading our nation, supplying the economic power, ingenuity, and innovation that is growing our nation’s future," said Secretary Redding.
"Farm Show celebrates the outstanding products and people who make up our powerhouse agriculture and food industry, supporting 600,000 jobs pouring more than $132.5 billion into our state economy, including exports of more than $4 billion in agriculture and forest products not only keeping our heritage alive, but supplying innovative solutions to our nation’s greatest challenges.
Wyck House Farm and Garden, continuously cultivated for over 300 years, bridges the past and future of American agriculture. “For 300 years, residents of Wyck have used the land to nurture and nourish themselves and their community,” said Wyck Executive Director Kim Staub.
“Today, we use the past as inspiration for the present, sharing a harvest that puts food on the table and strengthens connections in our urban neighborhood."
“While we look forward to January, it feels especially fitting to share this news in October," America250PA Executive Director Cassandra Coleman said. "For generations, Pennsylvania farmers - whether under the summer sun or by the light of a harvest moon - have done the work that helped the American experiment grow and thrive for 250 years."
The 2026 PA Farm Show runs January 10-17 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg.
Attendees can enjoy the 1,000-pound butter sculpture, Farm Show Food Court, competitive agricultural events, PA Preferred Culinary Connection demonstrations, and over one million square feet of hands-on agricultural education, connecting families and communities with the people driving Pennsylvania’s agricultural innovation.
This event continues to celebrate the state’s rich agricultural legacy while inspiring the next generation of farmers and food innovators.
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