Sentences with phrase «york farm bureau»

In a statement, the New York Farm Bureau says it's «extremely disappointed» that Cuomo is supporting the lawsuit.

With action on the back - burner until after the federal election, New York Farm Bureau Spokesman Steve Ammerman says there is a high level of uncertainty for farmers.

The New York Farm Bureau released its 2017 state priorities Wednesday, hoping to address a significant loss in farm income across the state.

The New York Farm Bureau's Steve Ammerman said the final straw was when Cuomo decided not to defend the state in a lawsuit by the New York Civil Liberties Union, which, if successful, will allow farmworkers to unionize.

Dean Norton, President of the New York Farm Bureau, said, «We are pleased that Governor Cuomo has selected an individual who has long - standing connections to agriculture and our farm families.

Contacted to respond, Stefanik's campaign said she is proud to sponsor the legislation, which is a top priority for New York Farm Bureau.

The judge in the case recently ruled the New York Farm Bureau can intervene as a defendant.

Dean Norton, president of the New York Farm Bureau, said the organization continues to oppose the $ 15 minimum wage hike — even if it does include changes designed to help farms.

Talk of a special carve - out won't change the New York Farm Bureau's position on Gov. Andrew Cuomo's proposal to raise the state's minimum wage to $ 15 an hour.

New York Farm Bureau's almost 30,000 members look forward to working with Governor Cuomo and Mr. Aubertine to serve and strengthen agriculture.»

When the New York Farm Bureau outlined its priorities for 2016, the minimum wage hike was at the top of the list.

New York Farm Bureau President Dean Norton said this is the third time in three years he's seen negotiations go down to the wire and beyond on farm legislation that regulates crop subsidies, milk prices, and nutrition programs.

Steve Ammerman, a spokesman for the New York Farm Bureau, said the disputed permit system «contains some of the toughest environmental regulations in the country overseeing manure storage and spreading.»

Dean Norton, President of the New York Farm Bureau, joined Liz from Rochester to talk about Irene's impact on New York's agriculture industry.

The New York Farm Bureau was recognized among its national peers at the recent American Farm Bureau Annual

New York Farm Bureau's Julie Suarez says the recent floods and drought have already put farmers in a «a very difficult economic situation.»

The groups include Unshackle Upstate, National Federation of Independent Business, New York Farm Bureau, Westchester County Association, Buffalo Niagara Partnership, Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce, Rochester Business Alliance, The Manufacturers Association of Central New York, Albany - Colonie Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Rochester Association of Realtors and the Schenectady County Chamber of Commerce.

«We work to try to keep legislature from putting us out of business,» said Marilyn Howard, field advisor of the New York Farm Bureau for Rockland and surrounding counties.

New York Farm Bureau officials, who had issued a press release contending all units would be covered by the regulations, said they did not know the vote would only be for rules on installation of new units.

Farmers and agriculture industry leaders are coming in from all over the state for the New York Farm Bureau's 58th State Annual Meeting.

October 12, Poughkeepsie — The New York Farm Bureau, the state's largest general farm advocacy organization, announced today that Assemblyman Marc Molinaro, candidate for Dutchess County Executive, is a recipient of their 2011 «Circle of Friends» Award.

ALBANY — State Department of Environmental Conservation plans for an agency vote Wednesday on rules governing the installation of new outdoor wood boilers has New York Farm Bureau officials concerned that end - of - year politics are at play.

The New York Farm Bureau says the state has some of the highest agricultural labor costs in the country.

The ability to diversify and make new crops available to farmers will be beneficial to our members, and New York Farm Bureau looks forward to continuing to partner with the Governor and his administration on this initiative.»

The New York Farm Bureau also supports the idea.

Dean Norton, President of New York Farm Bureau, said, «The cost of energy is one of the biggest barriers to success for farms.

Have the satisfaction of knowing that modest earnings on Workers» Compensation Insurance by New York Farm Bureau ® support important programs that serve New York farmers every day.

The position of Member Support Team (MST) Representative with New York Farm Bureau is available immediately.

NYFB is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic person to provide customer service to members and prospective members, and provide support services to New York Farm Bureau Foundation for Agricultural Education.

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Mr. Stevens also noted that Mr. Wright was named a «friend» by the New York Farm Bureau, which has opposed the Farmworkers Bill of Rights and legislation to increase the minimum wage.

To participate with Safety Group 486, you must be an active, continuous member of the New York Farm Bureau.

The New York Farm Bureau released its priorities for this year's legislative session during a conference call Wednesday.

The New York Farm Bureau is concerned about what impact January's minimum wage increase and proposed new hikes would have on the state's agricultural sector.

Leaders of the New York Farm Bureau are in Washington this week for the American Farm Bureau Federation's Advocacy Conference and to meet with the state congressional delegation.

The New York Farm Bureau has announced its legislative priorities for the state legislative session that runs through June.

Officials from the New York Farm Bureau discussed the group's top state legislative priorities and its response to the governor's executive budget during a conference call this morning.

At 10 a.m., the New York Farm Bureau outlines its top state priorities for the 2016 legislative session during a conference call with reporters.

Despite alleged and recurring pushback from Cuomo, the New York Farm Bureau said it hopes a long - sought, twice - vetoed tax credit for food donations will pass with the state budget next month.

From 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., the New York Farm Bureau holds its 59th State Annual Meeting, Desmond Hotel, 660 Albany Shaker Rd., Albany.

At 11 a.m., The New York Farm Bureau holds a press conference on the negative impact of a $ 15 - an - hour minimum wage, Ellms Family Farm, Ballston Spa.

Leading the New York Farm Bureau's 2016 priorities: Opposing the $ 15 - an - hour statewide minimum wage being pushed by Cuomo.

At 1 p.m., the New York Farm Bureau holds the opening session of the 59th State Annual Meeting, Desmond Hotel, 660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany.

The New York Farm Bureau says Cuomo's plan to give farm trucks a break on Thruway tolls that could save farmers $ 5 million annually for three years is just a «drop in the bucket.»

Also at 10 a.m., Sen. Rich Funke, Assembly members Francisco Moya and Phil Palmesano, New York Farm Bureau and others ask Cuomo to fund the «Farm to Food Bank» bill in the final state budget plan, state Capitol, Room 124, Albany.

The New York Farm Bureau has joined a broad coalition of groups that have joined forces to oppose a constitutional convention as the November vote on whether to hold one nears.

«New York Farm Bureau has a century long record of defending the state's family farms, and today's action is one of the most important in our long history.

The New York Farm Bureau urged Cuomo this week to «reconsider» his support for farm workers» collective bargaining rights, arguing the policy could harm their industry and hamper their ability to adjust to the weather conditions.

The New York Farm Bureau wants to be named the defendant in a lawsuit pushing for collective bargaining rights for farm workers.

The list of endorsers included: The New York Wine Grape Growers Association; New York Wine Industry Association; New York State Police Chiefs Benevolent Association; Inter County Association of Western New York (19 counties representing 3 million New Yorkers); New York Farm Bureau; Campaign for Fiscal Equity; Empire State Restaurant and Tavern Association; United Federation of Teachers; New York State United Teachers; 1199 SEIU United Healthcare Workers East and CSEA.