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Friday, January 04, 2013  The Farm Bureau of New York reported today that New York farmers are testifying at four public hearings across the state about the Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (CAFO) and the effect it will have on their farms.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012  New York Farm Bureau delegates have re-elected Dean Norton to a third two-year term as president of the organization.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012  State regulators, farmers and orchard growers are heading to Albany for New York's wine and beer "summit."

Tuesday, April 17, 2012  Many farmers throughout New York State are trying to block new federal labor regulations which they say threaten the future of family farms.

Tuesday, August 09, 2011  New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed a new law giving horseback riding and training operations the same tax breaks that horse breeding and boarding farms get.

Friday, April 08, 2011  As if they don't have enough on their plate, state lawmakers are pondering proposals to designate an official state vegetable.

Thursday, August 05, 2010  The New York Farm Bureau says its members are relieved at a state Senate "no" vote on a bill that would have granted certain labor rights to farmworkers.

Tuesday, June 01, 2010  The New York Farm Bureau is set to detail its opposition to proposed new state regulations on outdoor wood boilers.