Farming is a year-round activity and the same can be said for Long Island Farm Bureau’s work. If you have already sent in your 2025 New York Farm Bureau member dues, thank you. But it is worth noting that only a portion of Farm Bureau dues directly support activities on Long Island. Unlike most county farm bureaus, we are fortunate to have staff devoted to local concerns. This takes financial resources and there are mounting financial challenges to maintaining LIFB’s effectiveness. We ‘do a lot with relatively little’ but are asking for your support and that you consider a special contribution to support our work in 2025.

 

Agriculture always faces challenges, but our efforts have helped local farms survive and thrive. Our advocacy for you is constant and only happens because of friends like you who recognize the value that agriculture brings to the region’s economy, environment, lifestyle, and future. Just a few of the many activities in 2024 included:

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· Meeting with more than 60 State and County officials on issues facing farmers.

· Hosting officials including Congressmen, State Legislators, and many local Town Officials.

· Interfacing with agricultural advisory committees on issues in all towns.

· Fostering aquaculture industry by advocating for science-based policies and economic development.

· Ensuring common sense understanding of farm practices by regulators.

· Responding to individual member concerns on local and state laws and codes.

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All this work takes an incredible amount of effort and time, most of it ‘behind-the-scenes’.  The Board of Directors represents the diversity of local agriculture and devotes considerable volunteer time and effort.  But at the heart of LIFB’s effectiveness lies a dedicated and talented staff that responds to local member need.  Thanks again for your past and continued support of local agriculture and Long Island Farm Bureau.  It is truly a ‘grassroots’ effort that pays dividends now and for future generations! 

 

The Board thanks you for considering providing special support to LIFB.  To make an online donation please click the button below. 

 

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We wish you a prosperous upcoming season and 2025!

 

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