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This resolution commends the Future Farmers of America from Vernon, Verona, and Sherrill, NY for hosting Maple Weekends in March 2020.
Why it matters
Promotes youth involvement in agriculture. By commending the FFA for organizing Maple Weekends, the resolution highlights the important role young people play in sustaining and innovating within New York’s agricultural sector.
Supports local agricultural education and economic activity. The event not only educates the public about maple syrup production but also draws attention and visitors to local farms, which can boost local economies and foster greater appreciation for New York’s agricultural products.
Recognizes the significance of maple production in New York. The resolution underscores how central maple syrup and related products are to New York’s identity, economy, and agricultural heritage, emphasizing the state’s national leadership in maple syrup production.
Encourages community engagement and tourism. By spotlighting Maple Weekends, the resolution encourages families to visit farms, participate in educational activities, and purchase local products, which strengthens connections between producers and the wider community.
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Honor Local FFA Maple Event
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Honor Local Future Farmers
Adopted · Sponsor Kenneth Blankenbush
Honor Local Maple Farmers
Adopted · Sponsor Kenneth Blankenbush
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Senate Resolution No. 2926 BY: Senator GRIFFO COMMENDING the Future Farmers of America (FFA) from Vernon, Verona, and Sherrill, New York, upon the occasion of hosting this year's Maple Weekends on March 21-22, 2020 and March 28-29, 2020 WHEREAS, It is with… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 2926 BY: Senator GRIFFO COMMENDING the Future Farmers of America (FFA) from Vernon, Verona, and Sherrill, New York, upon the occasion of hosting this year's Maple Weekends on March 21-22, 2020 and March 28-29, 2020 WHEREAS, It is with great pleasure that this Legislative Body acknowledges noteworthy events in America's history which deserve special recognition; and WHEREAS, The agricultural industry is part of the foundation upon which our distinct American heritage is built; and WHEREAS, New York State takes just pride in each and every product it produces or grows; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend the Future Farmers of America (FFA) from Vernon, Verona, and Sherrill, New York, upon the occasion of hosting this year's Maple Weekends on March 21-22,
2020, and March 28-29, 2020; and WHEREAS, Maple has been recognized as one of the foundations for New York State's agriculture; and WHEREAS, New York State is home to the largest resource of tappable maple trees within the United States, and over 2,000 maple… Show allHide
2020, and March 28-29, 2020; and WHEREAS, Maple has been recognized as one of the foundations for New York State's agriculture; and WHEREAS, New York State is home to the largest resource of tappable maple trees within the United States, and over 2,000 maple sugarmakers; and WHEREAS, Abundant and sustainable, New York's gourmet maple industry is vibrant and growing on an annual basis; and WHEREAS, New York's unique climate and forestry makes it naturally perfect for maple syrup production; and WHEREAS, As the second state in the country for maple syrup production, New York produces over 800,000 gallons of syrup from over
2.7 million taps; and WHEREAS, It takes 40 gallons of sap to produce one gallon of maple syrup; in addition, maple makes many products sold throughout the state and nation including maple coffee, maple cream, maple fluff and maple candy; and WHEREAS, New York… Show allHide
2.7 million taps; and WHEREAS, It takes 40 gallons of sap to produce one gallon of maple syrup; in addition, maple makes many products sold throughout the state and nation including maple coffee, maple cream, maple fluff and maple candy; and WHEREAS, New York maple providers are distributed across New York State and have expanded over the last five years; maple operations reach over 500,000 visitors throughout New York; and WHEREAS, The prime maple season runs from February to March every year; and WHEREAS, Maple producers in the three County region of Lewis, Oneida and St. Lawrence, will host the 2020 Maple Weekends; and WHEREAS, During these two weekends, maple producers from across New York State will welcome families to their farms to experience firsthand how real, mouth-watering maple syrup and other related products are made; and WHEREAS, Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy fun, family-friendly activities, taste New York's freshest syrup and purchase maple products; and WHEREAS, Through their diligence and expertise in maple, the producers have brought pride and recognition to themselves, their local community, and to our great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend the Future Farmers of America from Vernon, Verona, and Sherrill, New York, upon the occasion of hosting this year's Maple Weekends on March 21-22, 2020, and March 28-29, 2020; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Future Farmers of America from Vernon, Verona, and Sherrill, New York.
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