21-02-2025
Riley launches Upstate Agriculture Advisory Board
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Congressman Josh Riley is continuing to support Upstate New York farmers as he forms a committee focused on agricultural success.
On Friday, Riley announced the launch of the Upstate Agriculture Advisory Board. The committee, which is made up of farmers, producers, elected officials, and local stakeholders, aims to provide advice, recommendations, and input for Riley's work on the U.S. House Agriculture Committee.
There are 18 members on the board including Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo.
The committee held its first meeting on February 20 to discuss the needs, priorities, and current economic conditions for growers and producers across Upstate New York.
'For too long, DC politicians have ignored the voices of the hard-working farmers who put food on our tables and drive our economy,' said Riley. 'I'm proud to launch the Upstate Agriculture Advisory Board so our community—not just the Big Ag monopolies—are heard and have a seat at the table.'
Congressman Riley is one of just two New Yorkers on the U.S. House Agriculture Committee, which writes a Farm Bill every five years. This legislation allocates vital funding for crop insurance, conservation initiatives, rural development, and food assistance programs like SNAP.
Riley says that through his Upstate Agricultural Advisory Board, he will ensure that the priorities of Upstate farms are front and center in the FY2025 Farm Bill.
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