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Farm Bureau Praises Agriculture Provisions in State Budget

The New York Farm Bureau says New York’s new state budget includes several key wins for agriculture. The group highlighted an extension of a farm investment tax credit, increased incentives for food pantry donations, funding for agricultural research, and $30 million to assist farmers affected by tariffs. Farm Bureau President David Fisher called the budget […]

The New York Farm Bureau says New York’s new state budget includes several key wins for agriculture. The group highlighted an extension of a farm investment tax credit, increased incentives for food pantry donations, funding for agricultural research, and $30 million to assist farmers affected by tariffs. Farm Bureau President David Fisher called the budget a strong one for the state’s farming community.

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