New York Farm Bureau members donated nearly 6.4 million pounds of food to regional food banks across the state last year. Through the Harvest for All program, a nationwide annual farm donation program, Farm Bureau members distributed the donation among 10 Feeding America food banks throughout the state. The number […]
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Plaza to host six festivals this summer, including new Hops and Harvest event
The Office of General Services has announced six festivals at the Empire State Plaza this summer, including the annual Fourth of July fireworks display and a new Hops and Harvest Festival this fall. First up is the annual fireworks display on Wednesday July 4 from 3 – 10 p.m. featuring […]
More schools committing to buying locally produced foods
The number of school districts committing to purchasing local fruits and vegetables has increased to 134 districts in 24 counties across the state, according to the Office of General Services, which oversees a federal pilot program that provides funding. OGS Commissioner RoAnn Destito announced that the participating school districts […]