U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer is calling on the Federal Government to surge funding to stop the spread of avian bird flu that’s causing the price of eggs to increase. Schumer made his plea outside a Buffalo-area diner Monday saying, “...Recently … [Read more...]
Rep. Langworthy Says USDA Decision Will Help Dairy Farmers
Congressman Nick Langworthy is applauding a decision by the USDA that he says will help dairy farmers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently released its final decision on the Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMO). Among the key improvements … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Market Holding Winter Market Dec. 14
The Jamestown Public Market will be holding a Winter Market this Saturday, December 14. The market will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Undercroft of St. Luke's Episcopal Church. The Winter Market is being supported, in part, by a … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Market Receives $250,000 Grant
The Jamestown Public Market has been awarded a $250,000 grant to expand the market to year-round programming. The funds from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farmers Market Promotion Program will enhance the availability and … [Read more...]
USDA Announces Recall of Nearly 10 Million Pounds of Ready-To-Eat Meat, Poultry Due to Listeria Concerns
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service has announced a recall of nearly 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products due to possible listeria contamination. Produced between June 19 and October 8, … [Read more...]
Concord Grape Farmers Impacted By Frost, Freeze Event in April Receive Disaster Declaration
A disaster declaration has been made for grape farmers impacted by the frost and freeze event in late April. State Agriculture Commissioner Richard Ball said the designation will allow duly licensed farm wineries to manufacture or sell wine … [Read more...]
50,000 Pounds of Food Distributed Through Grow Chautauqua Pilot Program
The Grow Chautauqua pilot program has distributed over 50,000 pounds of food to Chautauqua County communities so far this season. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County oversees the program, which is funded by the USDA and NY State … [Read more...]
WIC Recipients Eligible For $50 In Farmers’ Market Coupons
Families participating in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) can receive double the benefits to spend at participating farmers’ markets. Eligible individuals can visit their local WIC clinic to … [Read more...]
Rabies Bait Drop Set To Begin Sunday in Northern Chautauqua County
A rabies bait drop is scheduled to begin this Sunday in northern Chautauqua County. The strategy, overseen by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is part of a nationally coordinated effort to stop the spread of raccoon rabies in the continental … [Read more...]
Listeria Infections Reported in NYS Linked To Deli Meats
Twelve cases of listeria infections have been reported in New York State that has been linked to deli meats. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stated that as of July 26, 34 people have reported listeria infections associated … [Read more...]
