ORISKANY, N.Y. — 119th District Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon welcomed members of the New York State Assembly and the New York State Farm Bureau to Oneida County today to tour local farms and agri-business. The visit was organized by the Assemblywoman, in concert with Cornell Cooperative Extension and the New York State Farm Bureau.
“I invited my colleagues in the Assembly and members of the Farm Bureau to spend the day in my district and experience first-hand the roll agriculture plays in our state economy. Our farmers feed us, and it is important as members of the state Assembly to understand the need to promote legislation that benefits and supports the family farm, and the people who make sure we have food on our tables” said Buttenschon.
“Cooperative Extension is proud to support the efforts of Assemblywoman Buttenschon by bringing members of the New York State Assembly to our community” said Bonnie Collins, Director of Agricultural programs. “By learning about agri-business and its significant contributions to New York State’s economy, these legislators will be better equipped to make informed decisions that relate to our farm community.”
“The public should do the same and visit Wagner Farms today, it is vital to the survival of local agriculture. Wagner Farms has been part of the community for 24 years, nationally recognized as a leader of industry, sustainability and innovation putting ecosystem and bio security as priority with the direct support of those we serve for many years. Being part of something bigger and better only happens with support of the community.” John Wagner, President Oneida County Farm Bureau
The Farm Tour visited 5 agri-businesses in Oneida County, and enjoyed a farm to table lunch at Cornell Cooperative Extension that featured food sourced from Oneida County farms.
–Cornell Cooperative Extension