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    PA Preferred®

    PA Preferred is a program that helps you find and buy locally grown and processed agricultural products from Pennsylvania.

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    Culinary Connection Stage

    Celebrate the flavors of Pennsylvania at the PA Preferred Culinary Connection Stage! Talented chefs showcase dishes made with PA Preferred and local ingredients, highlighting the creativity, quality, and pride of our Commonwealth’s farms. Enjoy live cooking demonstrations, insider tips, and interactive tastings that bring Pennsylvania’s farms and kitchens together in delicious, inspiring ways.
     

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    PA Preferred Culinary Connection Recipe Book

    ​2026 PA Preferred® Culinary Connection Recipe Book

    Welcome to this year’s edition of the PA Preferred® Culinary Connection Recipe Book!

    Inside, you’ll find the recipes showcased during the 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show—each one inspired by Pennsylvania-grown ingredients and crafted by our region’s renowned chefs.

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    Reception

    Celebrate the hardworking farmers growing a nation at the PA Preferred Reception — where you can enjoy a true taste of Pennsylvania!

    Join us for a flavor-packed experience featuring delicious food and drinks crafted with the freshest, locally sourced ingredients. Meet the passionate farmers and producers behind your favorite local products, connect with supporters of Pennsylvania agriculture, and show your pride by supporting the PA Preferred® program. It’s a celebration of taste, community, and all things local — you won’t want to miss it!
     

    Recap

    Check out photos from this year's event here!

    Check out a video recap here!

    Pierogies served at the 2026 PA Preferred Banquet.