News
Twenty-two acres of farmland on Sound Avenue preserved by county purchase
Suffolk County legislators Tuesday approved the purchase of development rights on 22.1 acres of farmland on the northwest corner of Sound and Roanoke avenues in Riverhead.
Government
New farm stand code adopted: allows up to 40 percent ‘regionally grown’ produce, reduces minimum lot size
A new code regulating farm stands was unanimously adopted yesterday by the Riverhead Town Board over the opposition of civic groups and residents who argue that it will have unintended consequences that may change the rural landscape of Riverhead Town.
News
Local farm stands could sell goods from 250 miles away under proposed law
“People are going to come here expecting apples grown on Long Island and actually get apples grown in Maine or Vermont,” said Abra Morawiec, a Jamesport farmer.
Government
Town Board wrap July 21: barter deal for parking lot fix, public hearings set
Pothole repairs for downtown parking lot OKed; ‘expedited’ review for farm stands, smaller lots for farm stands, expansion of nonconforming single-family residences to be aired at Aug. 18 public hearings, more.
News
Farmers question congressman, federal ag official at Calverton forum
Compliance with regulations and the sustainability of agriculture on L.I. were topics of discussion at today's forum hosted by Rep. Tim Bishop.
