Cornell Cooperative Extension Launches Farm Friendly Broome County Website www.FarmBroome.com
Legislator Steve Herz plays essential role in getting website up and running
WINDSOR, NY - 9th District Broome County Legislator Steve Herz (D-Windsor) proudly announced that today, Wednesday, October 10th, at 10:00 AM, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County, in collaboration with Broome County Farm Bureau, Broome County Soil & Water Conservation District, and Broome County Government, launched the Farm Friendly Broome County website. The launch occurred at North Windsor Berries and Vegetables, located at 1609 NYS Route 79 in Windsor.
"There are over 600 farms in the county," stated Executive Barbara J. Fiala. " The website is an excellent tool that offers information about farmers markets, crop production, agri-business and agri-tourism opportunities."
“This website is an agri-tourism tool as well as an educational tool for the general public on the types of agriculture in the county and Broome's buy local campaign,” said Laura Biasillo, Cornell Cooperative Extension's Agricultural Economic Development Specialist.
The site features interactive forums to facilitate communication between the agricultural community and the public as well as monthly giveaways. There is also an events calendar which will be used by all of the partner agencies to spread the word on workshops, speakers or general information related to agriculture in addition to showcasing tidbits of agricultural information featured on the home page.
As the creator of this concept, Legislator Herz made the development of this website a top priority. Herz founded the original committee that formed the collaboration of Farm Friendly Broome County and acted as a liaison between the County and its partner agencies. “This is a perfect example of the need for cooperation between the public and the private sector. When we all work towards a common goal, the result is very positive for our citizens. I am particularly pleased that no additional taxpayer dollars were spent to create this wonderful opportunity” Herz said.
Legislator Herz went on to elaborate on how beneficial this website will be for our local farmers. “This is not only an excellent opportunity for our farms to market themselves to the general public on a year-round basis but a significant step forward in my goals to better market the value of agriculture in Broome County. I have worked very hard on this site for a long time now and I am glad to see it come to fruition.”
The website can be viewed by clicking on Agriculture at www.GoBroomeCounty.com or the direct link: www.FarmBroome.com
Older Press Releases are online for archival purposes only. If you need updated information regarding items contained in these press releases please call or email the contact person listed for the release. Thank you.
Published Date: 10-11-2007
