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Pomfret, Sherman Receive USDA Funds For Snow Removal Equipment

September 12, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The town of Pomfret and village of Sherman have received funds through the USDA to purchase new snow removal equipment. Congressman Nick Langworthy announced the town of Pomfret is receiving a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Nick Langworthy, Pomfret, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Grant, Village of Sherman

USDA Approves Agriculture Disaster Designation for 31 NYS Counties Following Freeze That Destroyed Crops

August 21, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved the New York State Farm Service Agency’s request for a federal Agricultural Disaster Designation following this past May’s deep freeze that destroyed thousands of acres of crops for 31 counties across … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chuck Schumer, Kirsten Gillibrand, New York State Farm Service Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Chautauqua County Farmers Lost Over 30% of Grape, Strawberry Crops Following May Freeze

August 17, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Chautauqua County farmers experienced over 30% loss of grapes and strawberry crops this year following May's deep freeze. New York State Farm Service Agency is now officially requesting a federal Agricultural Disaster Designation from the U.S. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chuck Schumer, Empire State Development, Kirsten Gillibrand, National Weather Service, New York State Farm Service Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Rabies Prevention Bait Drops Begin Today In Chautauqua County

August 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A rabies prevention campaign kicks off today in Chautauqua County with various baits vaccinating wild animals against the virus being deployed. The strategy, overseen by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is part of a nationally coordinated … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Environmental Health Services, Chautauqua County Environmental Health Unit, Jessica Wuerstle, ONRAB, Rabies Bait Drops, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Chautauqua County Residents, Businesses Affected By Winter Storm Elliott Eligible for Federal Grants, Loans

April 17, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Chautauqua County residents and small businesses affected by Winter Storm Elliott can now access federal grant and loan programs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of grants to assist residents in need of home … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Rural Disaster Home Repair Grant Program, Small Business Association, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Winter Storm Elliot

NYS Division of Consumer Protection Offers Tips To Save Money on Groceries

February 10, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

With grocery food prices predicted to increase this year, the State Division of Consumer Protection is offering tips to save money. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Consumer Price Index shows grocery store food prices increased 12% from … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Consumer Price Index, New York State Division of Consumer Protection, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Sen. Gillibrand Outlines Dairy Priorities

February 3, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has reintroduced her Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act as part of the upcoming 2023 Farm Bill negotiations. The Farm Bill is re-visited and needs congressional approval every five years. With nearly 3,500 dairy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Dairy, Dairy Pricing Opportunity Act, Farm Bill, Kirsten Gillibrand, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Jamestown Public Market Receives $50,000 USDA Grant for Edible Gardens at Local Schools

October 27, 2022 By WRFA Radio 1 Comment

The Jamestown Public Market has received a $50,000 from the USDA to bring edible gardens to Washington Middle and Bush Elementary Schools. Public Market Community Coordinator Hannah Bavuso, speaking to the Jamestown School Board, said bringing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Bush School, Fletcher Elementary School, Hannah Bavuso, Jamestown Public Market, Jamestown School Board, LEAP Program, Linnea Carlson, Linnea Haskins, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington Middle School

USDA Awards $38 Million to NYS to Support Farmers, Increase Access to Local Foods

October 24, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded nearly $38 million to New York State to support farmers and increase access to local foods. The funding will create new opportunities to purchase locally grown and produced food to support New York … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Local Food for Schools program, National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs, New York Food for New York Families Program, U.S. Department of Agriculture

NYS Agencies Announce ‘Lights Out’ Initiative to Protect Migrating Birds

May 31, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

New York State agencies have announced a "Lights Out" initiative to help protect migrating birds as they navigate night skies. State buildings participating in Lights Out will keep non-essential outdoor lighting from affecting the ability of birds … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: "Lights Out" initiative, Jeanette Moy, migrating birds, New York State Office of General Services, U.S. Department of Agriculture

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