Statement from Dean Norton, President of New York Farm Bureau on Governor Cuomo’s announcement on July 26 of three new Regional Economic Development Councils for Upstate New York: “NYFB is grateful to Governor Cuomo and Lieutenant Governor Duffy for
including farmers and food industry leaders in the three Regional Councils unveiled today, which demonstrates the commitment of the Administration to agriculture, a critical economic development and employment sector in New York State. “We have been saying all along that
in order to revitalize New York’s economy, a good place to focus is on agriculture, which for generations has been the backbone of our rural economy. “Farmers look forward to contributing ideas and support to these new Regional Economic Development Councils, helping bring back New York’s strong heritage in being a leader in the
production of food and creating new jobs in farming and food processing. “New York has the potential to become a national and worldwide hub of food processing technology and innovation, and farmers look forward to participating in the Councils to help jump start that process.”
Seneca from C8 upcoming fall events and corn maze. Allan Buddle provided information on
his organic Orchardland beef and samples of beef were provided through
Ellen Ten Eyck by the New York State Beef Industry Council and pork
by the Hartman’s representing the New York State Pork Producers.
Jeff Kostick’s Cayuga Lake Creamery (voted USA Today’s #1 ice
cream parlor in New York State) was especially busy that evening. Sean Agate, Chef of Vineyard 108, Hotel Clarence provided wings dry-rubbed with his special seasonings and samples of four dipping sauces. He said, “I had fun. These events are a great way to meet other people and learn what’s available.” The plant sector was well represented with beautiful lilies from Ruth Charter’s Little Red Barn and plants and gift ideas from the Lilac Farm. New to the area is Good Shepherd Wool and Insulation, a company that processes wool fleece into home insulation. Besides these businesses, Muranda Cheese, Dave and Rita’s Farm Market, Tastefully Simple, Seneca County Farm Bureau, and the Seneca County Soil and Water Conservation District were on hand to showcase their products and services and to join in the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Cornell Cooperative Extension. In thinking about the last 100 years of Cornell Cooperative Extension, Ave Bauder, Executive Director said, “Seneca County CCE connects local residents to the land grant system. We look for research-based information that can meet local needs which will ultimately improve the lives of county residents and strengthen the communities in which they live. We look forward to the next 100 years.” The next event to showcase the Finger Lakes wine and culinary experience will be the Cork and Fork event to be held Sept. 16-17 at the Rodman Lott and Son Farm south of Seneca Falls. If interested in participating as a vendor, please call the Seneca County Chamber of Commerce at 315-568-2906. If not a vendor, celebrate the good taste of Seneca County and the bounty of the Finger Lakes region by purchasing a ticket to attend.
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Three new Regional Economic Development Councils for Upstate New York announced by Governnor