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View this email in your browser Brought to you by the Connecticut Department of Agriculture In This Issue July 31, 2020; Vol. C, No. 27 C OVID-19 Farmworker Testing COVID-19 Resources CT Grown Price Cards 2 020 Farm-to-Chef Week Disaster Planning 20 Tips to Protect Your Pet Ag Market Pricing Advertisements Upcoming Events Celebrate National Farmers' Market Week, August 2-8 Farmers’ markets are essential businesses fueling our rural economies. Support Connecticut’s local food heroes while accessing a diverse, abundant and healthy food supply in a safe environment. Find a farmers’ market near you here. COVID-19 Testing for Agricultural Workers Subscribe Past Issues Translate

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Page 1: COVID-19 Testing for Agricultural Workers...COVID-19 Pick-Your-Own Guidance available here. COVID-19 Farm Store & Store Guidance available here. COVID-19 Considerations for Animal

View this email in your browser

Brought to you by the Connecticut Department of Agriculture

In This Issue

July 31 2020 Vol C No 27

COVID-19 Farmworker Testing

COVID-19 Resources

CT Grown Price Cards

2020 Farm-to-Chef Week

Disaster Planning

20 Tips to Protect Your Pet

Ag Market Pricing

Advertisements

Upcoming Events

Celebrate National FarmersMarket Week August 2-8Farmersrsquo markets are essentialbusinesses fueling our ruraleconomies Support Connecticutrsquoslocal food heroes while accessing adiverse abundant and healthy foodsupply in a safe environment Find afarmersrsquo market near you here

COVID-19 Testing for Agricultural Workers

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

and Employers On Tuesday July 21 the Connecticut Department of Agriculture offeredagricultural producers and industry stakeholders an informational session onCOVID-19 testing in high risk populations including migrant farm laborersThe program featured a presentation by Michelle Gilman Deputy ChiefOperating Officer for the State of Connecticut and both federally qualifiedhealth care centers (FQHC) and UCONN Health The webinar attractedproducers from various sectors including tobacco fruits and vegetableseliciting productive dialogue during the question and answer session Agriculture Commissioner Bryan P Hurlburt stated ldquoConnecticut has beendiligent in pushing for additional COVID-19 testing leading to some of thelowest rates of infection in the country On-farm testing is critically important forthe health and safety of our agricultural community and to continue efforts inreducing the spread of this diseaserdquoFor those unable to attend the meeting the agency has prepared a FrequentlyAsked Questions (FAQs) sheet and compiled additional resources all of whichcan be found herehttpsportalctgovDOAGCommissionerCommissionerCOVID-19-Resources-for-Farmers

2020 CT FARM-TO-CHEF WEEK

Save the date for Connecticutrsquos state-wide Farm-to-Chef Week scheduled forAugust 16-22 2020 Open to all restaurants and food service businesses in thestate it invites participants to create a special Farm-to-Chef menu showcasingConnecticut Grown ingredients and beveragesVisit wwwCTFarmToChefcom for more information on the virtual kick-off eventhappening Sunday August 16 2020 Additional news and updates can befound on the Facebook page CTFarmtoChef To register or become a sponsor of the event visit httpsbitly2UAMmak Foradditional details contact Erin Windham at ErinWindhamctgov or 860-519-

COVID-19 Resources for Agricultural Producers

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6083This promotion is an initiative of the Connecticut Department of AgriculturersquosFarm-to-Chef Program which connects farmers and producers of ConnecticutGrown products with chefs and other culinary professionals

COVID-19 CONSUMER RESOURCESConnecticut Grown Farm Map online interactive listing of open farm standsfarm stores and farmers markets to access Connecticut Grown produce dairymeat shellfish greenhouse and nursery stock

COVID-19 PRODUCER RESOURCESFind the latest guidance on best practices resources and updates related toCOVID-19 visit httpsportalctgovdoag-covid

List your farm farmers market or farm stand on CTGrownMapcom by clickinghere

COVID-19 Farmers Market Guidance available here COVID-19 Pick-Your-Own Guidance available hereCOVID-19 Farm Store amp Store Guidance available here COVID-19 Considerations for Animal Activities at Fairs Shows and OtherEvents available here

CONNECTICUT AGRICULTURE IN THE NEWSNew Britain Farmers Market Truck Vandalized Burglarized NBC CT 724Fresh Please app brings farmers and shoppers together Hartford Courant727Celebration of life planned for 4th generation farmer Norwich Bulletin 729Connecticut farmers get much-needed support during pandemic The ProduceNews 730Dry Hot Weather Impacting Local Crops NBC CT 730CT LIVE Taylor Brooke Winery NBC CT 731Mystic Oysters - Mollusk Masters of Connecticut Part 1 InkCTcom July 2020The Richness of Connecticuts Farms amp Vineyards InkCTcom July 2020

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

DISASTER PLANNING FOR PET amp LIVESTOCK OWNERS

As hurricane season gets underway pet and livestock owners are urged toreview their disaster plans and prepare accordingly The American VeterinaryMedical Association has provided the following resources

Disaster Planning for Pet OwnersDisaster Planning for Large Animals amp Livestock Owners

REPORT RECEIPT OF ANY UNSOLICITED PACKAGES OF SEEDS

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) and The ConnecticutAgricultural Experiment Station (CAES) were notified that Connecticut residentsreceived unsolicited packages containing seeds that appear to have originated fromChina The types of seeds in the packages are unknown at this time and may beinvasive plant species The packages were sent by mail and may have Chinesewriting on them Unsolicited packages of seeds have been received by residents inevery state throughout the country over the past week ldquoPlanting seeds of unknown origin has the potential to introduce invasive diseasespests or bacteria posing a threat to our food supplyrdquo says Agriculture CommissionerBryan P Hurlburt ldquoWe are committed to working with state and federal partners tosafeguard agriculture through the regulation of seed importationrdquoPlease do not plant these seeds Anyone who receives an unsolicited package ofseeds from China should immediately contact their state plant regulatory officials DrKirby Stafford at 203-974-8485 (KirbyStaffordctgov) or Dr Victoria Smith at 203-

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

974-8474 (VictoriaSmithctgov ) Please hold on to the seeds and packagingincluding the mailing label until someone contacts you with further instructions USDArsquos Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is working closely withthe Department of Homeland Securityrsquos Customs and Border Protection otherfederal agencies and State departments of agriculture to investigate the situationAt this time they donrsquot have any evidence indicating this is something other than aldquobrushing scamrdquo where people receive unsolicited items from a seller who then postsfalse customer reviews to boost sales USDA is currently collecting seed packagesfrom recipients and will test their contents and determine if they contain anything thatcould be of concern to US agriculture or the environmentUSDA is committed to preventing the unlawful entry of prohibited seeds andprotecting US agriculture from invasive pests and noxious weeds Visit the APHISrsquowebsite to learn more about USDArsquos efforts to stop agricultural smuggling andpromote trade compliance

ORDER YOUR CT GROWN PRICE CARDSThe Connecticut Department of Agricultureoffers price cards to producers as availableresources allow Cards for ConnecticutGrown products are full color 55rdquo x 7rdquo withspace to fill in the name and town of thefarm that grewproduced the item offeredand available at no cost to producers Eachpad contains 50 double-sided sheets To order please

visit wwwConnecticutGrownStorecom

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

EXTENSION TEAM AIMS TO INCREASE FARM SALES IN NORTHEAST CT

Connecticutrsquos Northeast is well known for its rural character A part of The LastGreen Valley National Heritage Corridor these towns feature picturesquelandscapes marked by their agricultural roots While these scenic farmlands arehistorical they also continue to be active growing and selling a variety ofproducts However too often local consumers pass right by the regionrsquos manyfarms and farmersrsquo markets without stopping to enjoy the fresh products theseagricultural treasures offerExtension Educator Jiff Martin received $500000 in funding from the USDA todeliver community presentations organize outreach activities conduct marketresearch and launch new marketing tools and trainings to improve consumerawareness and increase product sales across twenty-three towns in Windhamand Tolland CountiesThe three-year project in Northeastern Connecticut targets over ninety foodproducers The project aims to raise direct sales from farmers to consumers by15 percent and grow the customer base by 20 percent substantially increasingthe consumption of locally grown food Based on research conducted by aprofessional marketing firm earlier this year the project seeks to leveragevalues that residents in the region share such as community relationshipsfreshness and flavorThe UConn Extension team is working with numerous collaborators including

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

The Last Green Valley the Connecticut Department ofAgriculture and Connecticut Resource Conservation and Development andFarmer Advisory Committee

WARM WEATHER PET SAFETYJust like cold weather warm weather poses risks to pets The AmericanVeterinary Medical Association offers these 20 tips to keep you pet safe andcool httpswwwavmaorgresourcespet-ownerspetcarewarm-weather-pet-safety

PLANT SCIENCE DAY 2020 VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSEThe 110th annual Plant Science Day open house event hosted by theConnecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) will be a virtual event thisAugust ldquoGiven the current concerns during the global pandemic and the factthat this event draws nearly 1000 visitors each year to our Lockwood Farm wefelt there was simply no way to safely hold an on-site live eventrdquo notes DrJason C White CAES Director The CAES Plant Science Day has a longhistory and was last canceled during WWII when a significant portion of thestaff were on active duty With this history in mind and by utilizing variousavailable technologies CAES has decided to host the first ever virtual PlantScience Day on Wednesday August 5 2020 The virtual event will be held viaMicrosoft TEAMS LIVE event and other platforms and will feature updates onthe Stationrsquos research advances in agriculture food safety the environmentforestry and public health The event is free and open to the public Some partsof the day will be pre-recorded others will be live streamed InteractiveQuestion and Answer services will also be available Check out our PlantScience Day 2020 page for all of the current information and linkshttpsportalctgovCAESPlant-Science-Day2020VIRTUAL-Plant-Science-Day-2020-Wednesday-August-5th

Ag Market Pricing

Middlesex Livestock Auction - CT

Northeast Regional Eggs

New England Shell Eggs

Pennsylvania Weekly Cattle AuctionSummary

Pennsylvania Livestock Auction -Eighty Four PA

New Holland Dairy Auction - NewHolland PA

New Holland PA Hay Report

Wholesale Fruits amp Vegetables -Boston

Wholesale Ornamental Flowers -Boston

AdvertisementsFor Sale

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

1-R Blumenthal amp Donahue is now Connecticutrsquos first independentNATIONWIDE Agri-Business Insurance Agency Christmas tree growersbeekeepers sheep breeders organic farmers and all others call us for all yourinsurance needs 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

2-R Farm homeowner and commercial insurancemdashwe do it all CallBlumenthal amp Donahue 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

3-R Gallagher electric fencing for farms horses deer control gardens ampbeehives Sonpalrsquos Power Fence 860-491-2290

5-R Pollination services for small scale farms Call Hilltop Apiaries forinformation at 860-408-9039

24-R Seven foot International 3-point hitch cultivator $300 860-779-2107

Wanted

22-R Orchard workermanager needed Experience worker preferred withequipment and orchard or farm experience the right person could have a long-term opportunity Please call 203-213-8833

Interested in Advertising Click here for details on rates and submission

UPCOMING EVENTS

FOLLOW on FACEBOOK JOIN on PINTEREST VISIT our WEBSITE

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

Copyright copy 2020 Connecticut Department of Agriculture All rights reserved

You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this listSubscribe Past Issues Translate

Page 2: COVID-19 Testing for Agricultural Workers...COVID-19 Pick-Your-Own Guidance available here. COVID-19 Farm Store & Store Guidance available here. COVID-19 Considerations for Animal

and Employers On Tuesday July 21 the Connecticut Department of Agriculture offeredagricultural producers and industry stakeholders an informational session onCOVID-19 testing in high risk populations including migrant farm laborersThe program featured a presentation by Michelle Gilman Deputy ChiefOperating Officer for the State of Connecticut and both federally qualifiedhealth care centers (FQHC) and UCONN Health The webinar attractedproducers from various sectors including tobacco fruits and vegetableseliciting productive dialogue during the question and answer session Agriculture Commissioner Bryan P Hurlburt stated ldquoConnecticut has beendiligent in pushing for additional COVID-19 testing leading to some of thelowest rates of infection in the country On-farm testing is critically important forthe health and safety of our agricultural community and to continue efforts inreducing the spread of this diseaserdquoFor those unable to attend the meeting the agency has prepared a FrequentlyAsked Questions (FAQs) sheet and compiled additional resources all of whichcan be found herehttpsportalctgovDOAGCommissionerCommissionerCOVID-19-Resources-for-Farmers

2020 CT FARM-TO-CHEF WEEK

Save the date for Connecticutrsquos state-wide Farm-to-Chef Week scheduled forAugust 16-22 2020 Open to all restaurants and food service businesses in thestate it invites participants to create a special Farm-to-Chef menu showcasingConnecticut Grown ingredients and beveragesVisit wwwCTFarmToChefcom for more information on the virtual kick-off eventhappening Sunday August 16 2020 Additional news and updates can befound on the Facebook page CTFarmtoChef To register or become a sponsor of the event visit httpsbitly2UAMmak Foradditional details contact Erin Windham at ErinWindhamctgov or 860-519-

COVID-19 Resources for Agricultural Producers

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

6083This promotion is an initiative of the Connecticut Department of AgriculturersquosFarm-to-Chef Program which connects farmers and producers of ConnecticutGrown products with chefs and other culinary professionals

COVID-19 CONSUMER RESOURCESConnecticut Grown Farm Map online interactive listing of open farm standsfarm stores and farmers markets to access Connecticut Grown produce dairymeat shellfish greenhouse and nursery stock

COVID-19 PRODUCER RESOURCESFind the latest guidance on best practices resources and updates related toCOVID-19 visit httpsportalctgovdoag-covid

List your farm farmers market or farm stand on CTGrownMapcom by clickinghere

COVID-19 Farmers Market Guidance available here COVID-19 Pick-Your-Own Guidance available hereCOVID-19 Farm Store amp Store Guidance available here COVID-19 Considerations for Animal Activities at Fairs Shows and OtherEvents available here

CONNECTICUT AGRICULTURE IN THE NEWSNew Britain Farmers Market Truck Vandalized Burglarized NBC CT 724Fresh Please app brings farmers and shoppers together Hartford Courant727Celebration of life planned for 4th generation farmer Norwich Bulletin 729Connecticut farmers get much-needed support during pandemic The ProduceNews 730Dry Hot Weather Impacting Local Crops NBC CT 730CT LIVE Taylor Brooke Winery NBC CT 731Mystic Oysters - Mollusk Masters of Connecticut Part 1 InkCTcom July 2020The Richness of Connecticuts Farms amp Vineyards InkCTcom July 2020

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

DISASTER PLANNING FOR PET amp LIVESTOCK OWNERS

As hurricane season gets underway pet and livestock owners are urged toreview their disaster plans and prepare accordingly The American VeterinaryMedical Association has provided the following resources

Disaster Planning for Pet OwnersDisaster Planning for Large Animals amp Livestock Owners

REPORT RECEIPT OF ANY UNSOLICITED PACKAGES OF SEEDS

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) and The ConnecticutAgricultural Experiment Station (CAES) were notified that Connecticut residentsreceived unsolicited packages containing seeds that appear to have originated fromChina The types of seeds in the packages are unknown at this time and may beinvasive plant species The packages were sent by mail and may have Chinesewriting on them Unsolicited packages of seeds have been received by residents inevery state throughout the country over the past week ldquoPlanting seeds of unknown origin has the potential to introduce invasive diseasespests or bacteria posing a threat to our food supplyrdquo says Agriculture CommissionerBryan P Hurlburt ldquoWe are committed to working with state and federal partners tosafeguard agriculture through the regulation of seed importationrdquoPlease do not plant these seeds Anyone who receives an unsolicited package ofseeds from China should immediately contact their state plant regulatory officials DrKirby Stafford at 203-974-8485 (KirbyStaffordctgov) or Dr Victoria Smith at 203-

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

974-8474 (VictoriaSmithctgov ) Please hold on to the seeds and packagingincluding the mailing label until someone contacts you with further instructions USDArsquos Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is working closely withthe Department of Homeland Securityrsquos Customs and Border Protection otherfederal agencies and State departments of agriculture to investigate the situationAt this time they donrsquot have any evidence indicating this is something other than aldquobrushing scamrdquo where people receive unsolicited items from a seller who then postsfalse customer reviews to boost sales USDA is currently collecting seed packagesfrom recipients and will test their contents and determine if they contain anything thatcould be of concern to US agriculture or the environmentUSDA is committed to preventing the unlawful entry of prohibited seeds andprotecting US agriculture from invasive pests and noxious weeds Visit the APHISrsquowebsite to learn more about USDArsquos efforts to stop agricultural smuggling andpromote trade compliance

ORDER YOUR CT GROWN PRICE CARDSThe Connecticut Department of Agricultureoffers price cards to producers as availableresources allow Cards for ConnecticutGrown products are full color 55rdquo x 7rdquo withspace to fill in the name and town of thefarm that grewproduced the item offeredand available at no cost to producers Eachpad contains 50 double-sided sheets To order please

visit wwwConnecticutGrownStorecom

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

EXTENSION TEAM AIMS TO INCREASE FARM SALES IN NORTHEAST CT

Connecticutrsquos Northeast is well known for its rural character A part of The LastGreen Valley National Heritage Corridor these towns feature picturesquelandscapes marked by their agricultural roots While these scenic farmlands arehistorical they also continue to be active growing and selling a variety ofproducts However too often local consumers pass right by the regionrsquos manyfarms and farmersrsquo markets without stopping to enjoy the fresh products theseagricultural treasures offerExtension Educator Jiff Martin received $500000 in funding from the USDA todeliver community presentations organize outreach activities conduct marketresearch and launch new marketing tools and trainings to improve consumerawareness and increase product sales across twenty-three towns in Windhamand Tolland CountiesThe three-year project in Northeastern Connecticut targets over ninety foodproducers The project aims to raise direct sales from farmers to consumers by15 percent and grow the customer base by 20 percent substantially increasingthe consumption of locally grown food Based on research conducted by aprofessional marketing firm earlier this year the project seeks to leveragevalues that residents in the region share such as community relationshipsfreshness and flavorThe UConn Extension team is working with numerous collaborators including

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

The Last Green Valley the Connecticut Department ofAgriculture and Connecticut Resource Conservation and Development andFarmer Advisory Committee

WARM WEATHER PET SAFETYJust like cold weather warm weather poses risks to pets The AmericanVeterinary Medical Association offers these 20 tips to keep you pet safe andcool httpswwwavmaorgresourcespet-ownerspetcarewarm-weather-pet-safety

PLANT SCIENCE DAY 2020 VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSEThe 110th annual Plant Science Day open house event hosted by theConnecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) will be a virtual event thisAugust ldquoGiven the current concerns during the global pandemic and the factthat this event draws nearly 1000 visitors each year to our Lockwood Farm wefelt there was simply no way to safely hold an on-site live eventrdquo notes DrJason C White CAES Director The CAES Plant Science Day has a longhistory and was last canceled during WWII when a significant portion of thestaff were on active duty With this history in mind and by utilizing variousavailable technologies CAES has decided to host the first ever virtual PlantScience Day on Wednesday August 5 2020 The virtual event will be held viaMicrosoft TEAMS LIVE event and other platforms and will feature updates onthe Stationrsquos research advances in agriculture food safety the environmentforestry and public health The event is free and open to the public Some partsof the day will be pre-recorded others will be live streamed InteractiveQuestion and Answer services will also be available Check out our PlantScience Day 2020 page for all of the current information and linkshttpsportalctgovCAESPlant-Science-Day2020VIRTUAL-Plant-Science-Day-2020-Wednesday-August-5th

Ag Market Pricing

Middlesex Livestock Auction - CT

Northeast Regional Eggs

New England Shell Eggs

Pennsylvania Weekly Cattle AuctionSummary

Pennsylvania Livestock Auction -Eighty Four PA

New Holland Dairy Auction - NewHolland PA

New Holland PA Hay Report

Wholesale Fruits amp Vegetables -Boston

Wholesale Ornamental Flowers -Boston

AdvertisementsFor Sale

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

1-R Blumenthal amp Donahue is now Connecticutrsquos first independentNATIONWIDE Agri-Business Insurance Agency Christmas tree growersbeekeepers sheep breeders organic farmers and all others call us for all yourinsurance needs 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

2-R Farm homeowner and commercial insurancemdashwe do it all CallBlumenthal amp Donahue 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

3-R Gallagher electric fencing for farms horses deer control gardens ampbeehives Sonpalrsquos Power Fence 860-491-2290

5-R Pollination services for small scale farms Call Hilltop Apiaries forinformation at 860-408-9039

24-R Seven foot International 3-point hitch cultivator $300 860-779-2107

Wanted

22-R Orchard workermanager needed Experience worker preferred withequipment and orchard or farm experience the right person could have a long-term opportunity Please call 203-213-8833

Interested in Advertising Click here for details on rates and submission

UPCOMING EVENTS

FOLLOW on FACEBOOK JOIN on PINTEREST VISIT our WEBSITE

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

Copyright copy 2020 Connecticut Department of Agriculture All rights reserved

You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this listSubscribe Past Issues Translate

Page 3: COVID-19 Testing for Agricultural Workers...COVID-19 Pick-Your-Own Guidance available here. COVID-19 Farm Store & Store Guidance available here. COVID-19 Considerations for Animal

6083This promotion is an initiative of the Connecticut Department of AgriculturersquosFarm-to-Chef Program which connects farmers and producers of ConnecticutGrown products with chefs and other culinary professionals

COVID-19 CONSUMER RESOURCESConnecticut Grown Farm Map online interactive listing of open farm standsfarm stores and farmers markets to access Connecticut Grown produce dairymeat shellfish greenhouse and nursery stock

COVID-19 PRODUCER RESOURCESFind the latest guidance on best practices resources and updates related toCOVID-19 visit httpsportalctgovdoag-covid

List your farm farmers market or farm stand on CTGrownMapcom by clickinghere

COVID-19 Farmers Market Guidance available here COVID-19 Pick-Your-Own Guidance available hereCOVID-19 Farm Store amp Store Guidance available here COVID-19 Considerations for Animal Activities at Fairs Shows and OtherEvents available here

CONNECTICUT AGRICULTURE IN THE NEWSNew Britain Farmers Market Truck Vandalized Burglarized NBC CT 724Fresh Please app brings farmers and shoppers together Hartford Courant727Celebration of life planned for 4th generation farmer Norwich Bulletin 729Connecticut farmers get much-needed support during pandemic The ProduceNews 730Dry Hot Weather Impacting Local Crops NBC CT 730CT LIVE Taylor Brooke Winery NBC CT 731Mystic Oysters - Mollusk Masters of Connecticut Part 1 InkCTcom July 2020The Richness of Connecticuts Farms amp Vineyards InkCTcom July 2020

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

DISASTER PLANNING FOR PET amp LIVESTOCK OWNERS

As hurricane season gets underway pet and livestock owners are urged toreview their disaster plans and prepare accordingly The American VeterinaryMedical Association has provided the following resources

Disaster Planning for Pet OwnersDisaster Planning for Large Animals amp Livestock Owners

REPORT RECEIPT OF ANY UNSOLICITED PACKAGES OF SEEDS

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) and The ConnecticutAgricultural Experiment Station (CAES) were notified that Connecticut residentsreceived unsolicited packages containing seeds that appear to have originated fromChina The types of seeds in the packages are unknown at this time and may beinvasive plant species The packages were sent by mail and may have Chinesewriting on them Unsolicited packages of seeds have been received by residents inevery state throughout the country over the past week ldquoPlanting seeds of unknown origin has the potential to introduce invasive diseasespests or bacteria posing a threat to our food supplyrdquo says Agriculture CommissionerBryan P Hurlburt ldquoWe are committed to working with state and federal partners tosafeguard agriculture through the regulation of seed importationrdquoPlease do not plant these seeds Anyone who receives an unsolicited package ofseeds from China should immediately contact their state plant regulatory officials DrKirby Stafford at 203-974-8485 (KirbyStaffordctgov) or Dr Victoria Smith at 203-

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

974-8474 (VictoriaSmithctgov ) Please hold on to the seeds and packagingincluding the mailing label until someone contacts you with further instructions USDArsquos Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is working closely withthe Department of Homeland Securityrsquos Customs and Border Protection otherfederal agencies and State departments of agriculture to investigate the situationAt this time they donrsquot have any evidence indicating this is something other than aldquobrushing scamrdquo where people receive unsolicited items from a seller who then postsfalse customer reviews to boost sales USDA is currently collecting seed packagesfrom recipients and will test their contents and determine if they contain anything thatcould be of concern to US agriculture or the environmentUSDA is committed to preventing the unlawful entry of prohibited seeds andprotecting US agriculture from invasive pests and noxious weeds Visit the APHISrsquowebsite to learn more about USDArsquos efforts to stop agricultural smuggling andpromote trade compliance

ORDER YOUR CT GROWN PRICE CARDSThe Connecticut Department of Agricultureoffers price cards to producers as availableresources allow Cards for ConnecticutGrown products are full color 55rdquo x 7rdquo withspace to fill in the name and town of thefarm that grewproduced the item offeredand available at no cost to producers Eachpad contains 50 double-sided sheets To order please

visit wwwConnecticutGrownStorecom

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

EXTENSION TEAM AIMS TO INCREASE FARM SALES IN NORTHEAST CT

Connecticutrsquos Northeast is well known for its rural character A part of The LastGreen Valley National Heritage Corridor these towns feature picturesquelandscapes marked by their agricultural roots While these scenic farmlands arehistorical they also continue to be active growing and selling a variety ofproducts However too often local consumers pass right by the regionrsquos manyfarms and farmersrsquo markets without stopping to enjoy the fresh products theseagricultural treasures offerExtension Educator Jiff Martin received $500000 in funding from the USDA todeliver community presentations organize outreach activities conduct marketresearch and launch new marketing tools and trainings to improve consumerawareness and increase product sales across twenty-three towns in Windhamand Tolland CountiesThe three-year project in Northeastern Connecticut targets over ninety foodproducers The project aims to raise direct sales from farmers to consumers by15 percent and grow the customer base by 20 percent substantially increasingthe consumption of locally grown food Based on research conducted by aprofessional marketing firm earlier this year the project seeks to leveragevalues that residents in the region share such as community relationshipsfreshness and flavorThe UConn Extension team is working with numerous collaborators including

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

The Last Green Valley the Connecticut Department ofAgriculture and Connecticut Resource Conservation and Development andFarmer Advisory Committee

WARM WEATHER PET SAFETYJust like cold weather warm weather poses risks to pets The AmericanVeterinary Medical Association offers these 20 tips to keep you pet safe andcool httpswwwavmaorgresourcespet-ownerspetcarewarm-weather-pet-safety

PLANT SCIENCE DAY 2020 VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSEThe 110th annual Plant Science Day open house event hosted by theConnecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) will be a virtual event thisAugust ldquoGiven the current concerns during the global pandemic and the factthat this event draws nearly 1000 visitors each year to our Lockwood Farm wefelt there was simply no way to safely hold an on-site live eventrdquo notes DrJason C White CAES Director The CAES Plant Science Day has a longhistory and was last canceled during WWII when a significant portion of thestaff were on active duty With this history in mind and by utilizing variousavailable technologies CAES has decided to host the first ever virtual PlantScience Day on Wednesday August 5 2020 The virtual event will be held viaMicrosoft TEAMS LIVE event and other platforms and will feature updates onthe Stationrsquos research advances in agriculture food safety the environmentforestry and public health The event is free and open to the public Some partsof the day will be pre-recorded others will be live streamed InteractiveQuestion and Answer services will also be available Check out our PlantScience Day 2020 page for all of the current information and linkshttpsportalctgovCAESPlant-Science-Day2020VIRTUAL-Plant-Science-Day-2020-Wednesday-August-5th

Ag Market Pricing

Middlesex Livestock Auction - CT

Northeast Regional Eggs

New England Shell Eggs

Pennsylvania Weekly Cattle AuctionSummary

Pennsylvania Livestock Auction -Eighty Four PA

New Holland Dairy Auction - NewHolland PA

New Holland PA Hay Report

Wholesale Fruits amp Vegetables -Boston

Wholesale Ornamental Flowers -Boston

AdvertisementsFor Sale

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

1-R Blumenthal amp Donahue is now Connecticutrsquos first independentNATIONWIDE Agri-Business Insurance Agency Christmas tree growersbeekeepers sheep breeders organic farmers and all others call us for all yourinsurance needs 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

2-R Farm homeowner and commercial insurancemdashwe do it all CallBlumenthal amp Donahue 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

3-R Gallagher electric fencing for farms horses deer control gardens ampbeehives Sonpalrsquos Power Fence 860-491-2290

5-R Pollination services for small scale farms Call Hilltop Apiaries forinformation at 860-408-9039

24-R Seven foot International 3-point hitch cultivator $300 860-779-2107

Wanted

22-R Orchard workermanager needed Experience worker preferred withequipment and orchard or farm experience the right person could have a long-term opportunity Please call 203-213-8833

Interested in Advertising Click here for details on rates and submission

UPCOMING EVENTS

FOLLOW on FACEBOOK JOIN on PINTEREST VISIT our WEBSITE

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

Copyright copy 2020 Connecticut Department of Agriculture All rights reserved

You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this listSubscribe Past Issues Translate

Page 4: COVID-19 Testing for Agricultural Workers...COVID-19 Pick-Your-Own Guidance available here. COVID-19 Farm Store & Store Guidance available here. COVID-19 Considerations for Animal

DISASTER PLANNING FOR PET amp LIVESTOCK OWNERS

As hurricane season gets underway pet and livestock owners are urged toreview their disaster plans and prepare accordingly The American VeterinaryMedical Association has provided the following resources

Disaster Planning for Pet OwnersDisaster Planning for Large Animals amp Livestock Owners

REPORT RECEIPT OF ANY UNSOLICITED PACKAGES OF SEEDS

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) and The ConnecticutAgricultural Experiment Station (CAES) were notified that Connecticut residentsreceived unsolicited packages containing seeds that appear to have originated fromChina The types of seeds in the packages are unknown at this time and may beinvasive plant species The packages were sent by mail and may have Chinesewriting on them Unsolicited packages of seeds have been received by residents inevery state throughout the country over the past week ldquoPlanting seeds of unknown origin has the potential to introduce invasive diseasespests or bacteria posing a threat to our food supplyrdquo says Agriculture CommissionerBryan P Hurlburt ldquoWe are committed to working with state and federal partners tosafeguard agriculture through the regulation of seed importationrdquoPlease do not plant these seeds Anyone who receives an unsolicited package ofseeds from China should immediately contact their state plant regulatory officials DrKirby Stafford at 203-974-8485 (KirbyStaffordctgov) or Dr Victoria Smith at 203-

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

974-8474 (VictoriaSmithctgov ) Please hold on to the seeds and packagingincluding the mailing label until someone contacts you with further instructions USDArsquos Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is working closely withthe Department of Homeland Securityrsquos Customs and Border Protection otherfederal agencies and State departments of agriculture to investigate the situationAt this time they donrsquot have any evidence indicating this is something other than aldquobrushing scamrdquo where people receive unsolicited items from a seller who then postsfalse customer reviews to boost sales USDA is currently collecting seed packagesfrom recipients and will test their contents and determine if they contain anything thatcould be of concern to US agriculture or the environmentUSDA is committed to preventing the unlawful entry of prohibited seeds andprotecting US agriculture from invasive pests and noxious weeds Visit the APHISrsquowebsite to learn more about USDArsquos efforts to stop agricultural smuggling andpromote trade compliance

ORDER YOUR CT GROWN PRICE CARDSThe Connecticut Department of Agricultureoffers price cards to producers as availableresources allow Cards for ConnecticutGrown products are full color 55rdquo x 7rdquo withspace to fill in the name and town of thefarm that grewproduced the item offeredand available at no cost to producers Eachpad contains 50 double-sided sheets To order please

visit wwwConnecticutGrownStorecom

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

EXTENSION TEAM AIMS TO INCREASE FARM SALES IN NORTHEAST CT

Connecticutrsquos Northeast is well known for its rural character A part of The LastGreen Valley National Heritage Corridor these towns feature picturesquelandscapes marked by their agricultural roots While these scenic farmlands arehistorical they also continue to be active growing and selling a variety ofproducts However too often local consumers pass right by the regionrsquos manyfarms and farmersrsquo markets without stopping to enjoy the fresh products theseagricultural treasures offerExtension Educator Jiff Martin received $500000 in funding from the USDA todeliver community presentations organize outreach activities conduct marketresearch and launch new marketing tools and trainings to improve consumerawareness and increase product sales across twenty-three towns in Windhamand Tolland CountiesThe three-year project in Northeastern Connecticut targets over ninety foodproducers The project aims to raise direct sales from farmers to consumers by15 percent and grow the customer base by 20 percent substantially increasingthe consumption of locally grown food Based on research conducted by aprofessional marketing firm earlier this year the project seeks to leveragevalues that residents in the region share such as community relationshipsfreshness and flavorThe UConn Extension team is working with numerous collaborators including

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The Last Green Valley the Connecticut Department ofAgriculture and Connecticut Resource Conservation and Development andFarmer Advisory Committee

WARM WEATHER PET SAFETYJust like cold weather warm weather poses risks to pets The AmericanVeterinary Medical Association offers these 20 tips to keep you pet safe andcool httpswwwavmaorgresourcespet-ownerspetcarewarm-weather-pet-safety

PLANT SCIENCE DAY 2020 VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSEThe 110th annual Plant Science Day open house event hosted by theConnecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) will be a virtual event thisAugust ldquoGiven the current concerns during the global pandemic and the factthat this event draws nearly 1000 visitors each year to our Lockwood Farm wefelt there was simply no way to safely hold an on-site live eventrdquo notes DrJason C White CAES Director The CAES Plant Science Day has a longhistory and was last canceled during WWII when a significant portion of thestaff were on active duty With this history in mind and by utilizing variousavailable technologies CAES has decided to host the first ever virtual PlantScience Day on Wednesday August 5 2020 The virtual event will be held viaMicrosoft TEAMS LIVE event and other platforms and will feature updates onthe Stationrsquos research advances in agriculture food safety the environmentforestry and public health The event is free and open to the public Some partsof the day will be pre-recorded others will be live streamed InteractiveQuestion and Answer services will also be available Check out our PlantScience Day 2020 page for all of the current information and linkshttpsportalctgovCAESPlant-Science-Day2020VIRTUAL-Plant-Science-Day-2020-Wednesday-August-5th

Ag Market Pricing

Middlesex Livestock Auction - CT

Northeast Regional Eggs

New England Shell Eggs

Pennsylvania Weekly Cattle AuctionSummary

Pennsylvania Livestock Auction -Eighty Four PA

New Holland Dairy Auction - NewHolland PA

New Holland PA Hay Report

Wholesale Fruits amp Vegetables -Boston

Wholesale Ornamental Flowers -Boston

AdvertisementsFor Sale

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

1-R Blumenthal amp Donahue is now Connecticutrsquos first independentNATIONWIDE Agri-Business Insurance Agency Christmas tree growersbeekeepers sheep breeders organic farmers and all others call us for all yourinsurance needs 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

2-R Farm homeowner and commercial insurancemdashwe do it all CallBlumenthal amp Donahue 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

3-R Gallagher electric fencing for farms horses deer control gardens ampbeehives Sonpalrsquos Power Fence 860-491-2290

5-R Pollination services for small scale farms Call Hilltop Apiaries forinformation at 860-408-9039

24-R Seven foot International 3-point hitch cultivator $300 860-779-2107

Wanted

22-R Orchard workermanager needed Experience worker preferred withequipment and orchard or farm experience the right person could have a long-term opportunity Please call 203-213-8833

Interested in Advertising Click here for details on rates and submission

UPCOMING EVENTS

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974-8474 (VictoriaSmithctgov ) Please hold on to the seeds and packagingincluding the mailing label until someone contacts you with further instructions USDArsquos Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is working closely withthe Department of Homeland Securityrsquos Customs and Border Protection otherfederal agencies and State departments of agriculture to investigate the situationAt this time they donrsquot have any evidence indicating this is something other than aldquobrushing scamrdquo where people receive unsolicited items from a seller who then postsfalse customer reviews to boost sales USDA is currently collecting seed packagesfrom recipients and will test their contents and determine if they contain anything thatcould be of concern to US agriculture or the environmentUSDA is committed to preventing the unlawful entry of prohibited seeds andprotecting US agriculture from invasive pests and noxious weeds Visit the APHISrsquowebsite to learn more about USDArsquos efforts to stop agricultural smuggling andpromote trade compliance

ORDER YOUR CT GROWN PRICE CARDSThe Connecticut Department of Agricultureoffers price cards to producers as availableresources allow Cards for ConnecticutGrown products are full color 55rdquo x 7rdquo withspace to fill in the name and town of thefarm that grewproduced the item offeredand available at no cost to producers Eachpad contains 50 double-sided sheets To order please

visit wwwConnecticutGrownStorecom

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EXTENSION TEAM AIMS TO INCREASE FARM SALES IN NORTHEAST CT

Connecticutrsquos Northeast is well known for its rural character A part of The LastGreen Valley National Heritage Corridor these towns feature picturesquelandscapes marked by their agricultural roots While these scenic farmlands arehistorical they also continue to be active growing and selling a variety ofproducts However too often local consumers pass right by the regionrsquos manyfarms and farmersrsquo markets without stopping to enjoy the fresh products theseagricultural treasures offerExtension Educator Jiff Martin received $500000 in funding from the USDA todeliver community presentations organize outreach activities conduct marketresearch and launch new marketing tools and trainings to improve consumerawareness and increase product sales across twenty-three towns in Windhamand Tolland CountiesThe three-year project in Northeastern Connecticut targets over ninety foodproducers The project aims to raise direct sales from farmers to consumers by15 percent and grow the customer base by 20 percent substantially increasingthe consumption of locally grown food Based on research conducted by aprofessional marketing firm earlier this year the project seeks to leveragevalues that residents in the region share such as community relationshipsfreshness and flavorThe UConn Extension team is working with numerous collaborators including

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

The Last Green Valley the Connecticut Department ofAgriculture and Connecticut Resource Conservation and Development andFarmer Advisory Committee

WARM WEATHER PET SAFETYJust like cold weather warm weather poses risks to pets The AmericanVeterinary Medical Association offers these 20 tips to keep you pet safe andcool httpswwwavmaorgresourcespet-ownerspetcarewarm-weather-pet-safety

PLANT SCIENCE DAY 2020 VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSEThe 110th annual Plant Science Day open house event hosted by theConnecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) will be a virtual event thisAugust ldquoGiven the current concerns during the global pandemic and the factthat this event draws nearly 1000 visitors each year to our Lockwood Farm wefelt there was simply no way to safely hold an on-site live eventrdquo notes DrJason C White CAES Director The CAES Plant Science Day has a longhistory and was last canceled during WWII when a significant portion of thestaff were on active duty With this history in mind and by utilizing variousavailable technologies CAES has decided to host the first ever virtual PlantScience Day on Wednesday August 5 2020 The virtual event will be held viaMicrosoft TEAMS LIVE event and other platforms and will feature updates onthe Stationrsquos research advances in agriculture food safety the environmentforestry and public health The event is free and open to the public Some partsof the day will be pre-recorded others will be live streamed InteractiveQuestion and Answer services will also be available Check out our PlantScience Day 2020 page for all of the current information and linkshttpsportalctgovCAESPlant-Science-Day2020VIRTUAL-Plant-Science-Day-2020-Wednesday-August-5th

Ag Market Pricing

Middlesex Livestock Auction - CT

Northeast Regional Eggs

New England Shell Eggs

Pennsylvania Weekly Cattle AuctionSummary

Pennsylvania Livestock Auction -Eighty Four PA

New Holland Dairy Auction - NewHolland PA

New Holland PA Hay Report

Wholesale Fruits amp Vegetables -Boston

Wholesale Ornamental Flowers -Boston

AdvertisementsFor Sale

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

1-R Blumenthal amp Donahue is now Connecticutrsquos first independentNATIONWIDE Agri-Business Insurance Agency Christmas tree growersbeekeepers sheep breeders organic farmers and all others call us for all yourinsurance needs 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

2-R Farm homeowner and commercial insurancemdashwe do it all CallBlumenthal amp Donahue 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

3-R Gallagher electric fencing for farms horses deer control gardens ampbeehives Sonpalrsquos Power Fence 860-491-2290

5-R Pollination services for small scale farms Call Hilltop Apiaries forinformation at 860-408-9039

24-R Seven foot International 3-point hitch cultivator $300 860-779-2107

Wanted

22-R Orchard workermanager needed Experience worker preferred withequipment and orchard or farm experience the right person could have a long-term opportunity Please call 203-213-8833

Interested in Advertising Click here for details on rates and submission

UPCOMING EVENTS

FOLLOW on FACEBOOK JOIN on PINTEREST VISIT our WEBSITE

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EXTENSION TEAM AIMS TO INCREASE FARM SALES IN NORTHEAST CT

Connecticutrsquos Northeast is well known for its rural character A part of The LastGreen Valley National Heritage Corridor these towns feature picturesquelandscapes marked by their agricultural roots While these scenic farmlands arehistorical they also continue to be active growing and selling a variety ofproducts However too often local consumers pass right by the regionrsquos manyfarms and farmersrsquo markets without stopping to enjoy the fresh products theseagricultural treasures offerExtension Educator Jiff Martin received $500000 in funding from the USDA todeliver community presentations organize outreach activities conduct marketresearch and launch new marketing tools and trainings to improve consumerawareness and increase product sales across twenty-three towns in Windhamand Tolland CountiesThe three-year project in Northeastern Connecticut targets over ninety foodproducers The project aims to raise direct sales from farmers to consumers by15 percent and grow the customer base by 20 percent substantially increasingthe consumption of locally grown food Based on research conducted by aprofessional marketing firm earlier this year the project seeks to leveragevalues that residents in the region share such as community relationshipsfreshness and flavorThe UConn Extension team is working with numerous collaborators including

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

The Last Green Valley the Connecticut Department ofAgriculture and Connecticut Resource Conservation and Development andFarmer Advisory Committee

WARM WEATHER PET SAFETYJust like cold weather warm weather poses risks to pets The AmericanVeterinary Medical Association offers these 20 tips to keep you pet safe andcool httpswwwavmaorgresourcespet-ownerspetcarewarm-weather-pet-safety

PLANT SCIENCE DAY 2020 VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSEThe 110th annual Plant Science Day open house event hosted by theConnecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) will be a virtual event thisAugust ldquoGiven the current concerns during the global pandemic and the factthat this event draws nearly 1000 visitors each year to our Lockwood Farm wefelt there was simply no way to safely hold an on-site live eventrdquo notes DrJason C White CAES Director The CAES Plant Science Day has a longhistory and was last canceled during WWII when a significant portion of thestaff were on active duty With this history in mind and by utilizing variousavailable technologies CAES has decided to host the first ever virtual PlantScience Day on Wednesday August 5 2020 The virtual event will be held viaMicrosoft TEAMS LIVE event and other platforms and will feature updates onthe Stationrsquos research advances in agriculture food safety the environmentforestry and public health The event is free and open to the public Some partsof the day will be pre-recorded others will be live streamed InteractiveQuestion and Answer services will also be available Check out our PlantScience Day 2020 page for all of the current information and linkshttpsportalctgovCAESPlant-Science-Day2020VIRTUAL-Plant-Science-Day-2020-Wednesday-August-5th

Ag Market Pricing

Middlesex Livestock Auction - CT

Northeast Regional Eggs

New England Shell Eggs

Pennsylvania Weekly Cattle AuctionSummary

Pennsylvania Livestock Auction -Eighty Four PA

New Holland Dairy Auction - NewHolland PA

New Holland PA Hay Report

Wholesale Fruits amp Vegetables -Boston

Wholesale Ornamental Flowers -Boston

AdvertisementsFor Sale

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

1-R Blumenthal amp Donahue is now Connecticutrsquos first independentNATIONWIDE Agri-Business Insurance Agency Christmas tree growersbeekeepers sheep breeders organic farmers and all others call us for all yourinsurance needs 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

2-R Farm homeowner and commercial insurancemdashwe do it all CallBlumenthal amp Donahue 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

3-R Gallagher electric fencing for farms horses deer control gardens ampbeehives Sonpalrsquos Power Fence 860-491-2290

5-R Pollination services for small scale farms Call Hilltop Apiaries forinformation at 860-408-9039

24-R Seven foot International 3-point hitch cultivator $300 860-779-2107

Wanted

22-R Orchard workermanager needed Experience worker preferred withequipment and orchard or farm experience the right person could have a long-term opportunity Please call 203-213-8833

Interested in Advertising Click here for details on rates and submission

UPCOMING EVENTS

FOLLOW on FACEBOOK JOIN on PINTEREST VISIT our WEBSITE

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

Copyright copy 2020 Connecticut Department of Agriculture All rights reserved

You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this listSubscribe Past Issues Translate

Page 7: COVID-19 Testing for Agricultural Workers...COVID-19 Pick-Your-Own Guidance available here. COVID-19 Farm Store & Store Guidance available here. COVID-19 Considerations for Animal

The Last Green Valley the Connecticut Department ofAgriculture and Connecticut Resource Conservation and Development andFarmer Advisory Committee

WARM WEATHER PET SAFETYJust like cold weather warm weather poses risks to pets The AmericanVeterinary Medical Association offers these 20 tips to keep you pet safe andcool httpswwwavmaorgresourcespet-ownerspetcarewarm-weather-pet-safety

PLANT SCIENCE DAY 2020 VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSEThe 110th annual Plant Science Day open house event hosted by theConnecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) will be a virtual event thisAugust ldquoGiven the current concerns during the global pandemic and the factthat this event draws nearly 1000 visitors each year to our Lockwood Farm wefelt there was simply no way to safely hold an on-site live eventrdquo notes DrJason C White CAES Director The CAES Plant Science Day has a longhistory and was last canceled during WWII when a significant portion of thestaff were on active duty With this history in mind and by utilizing variousavailable technologies CAES has decided to host the first ever virtual PlantScience Day on Wednesday August 5 2020 The virtual event will be held viaMicrosoft TEAMS LIVE event and other platforms and will feature updates onthe Stationrsquos research advances in agriculture food safety the environmentforestry and public health The event is free and open to the public Some partsof the day will be pre-recorded others will be live streamed InteractiveQuestion and Answer services will also be available Check out our PlantScience Day 2020 page for all of the current information and linkshttpsportalctgovCAESPlant-Science-Day2020VIRTUAL-Plant-Science-Day-2020-Wednesday-August-5th

Ag Market Pricing

Middlesex Livestock Auction - CT

Northeast Regional Eggs

New England Shell Eggs

Pennsylvania Weekly Cattle AuctionSummary

Pennsylvania Livestock Auction -Eighty Four PA

New Holland Dairy Auction - NewHolland PA

New Holland PA Hay Report

Wholesale Fruits amp Vegetables -Boston

Wholesale Ornamental Flowers -Boston

AdvertisementsFor Sale

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

1-R Blumenthal amp Donahue is now Connecticutrsquos first independentNATIONWIDE Agri-Business Insurance Agency Christmas tree growersbeekeepers sheep breeders organic farmers and all others call us for all yourinsurance needs 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

2-R Farm homeowner and commercial insurancemdashwe do it all CallBlumenthal amp Donahue 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

3-R Gallagher electric fencing for farms horses deer control gardens ampbeehives Sonpalrsquos Power Fence 860-491-2290

5-R Pollination services for small scale farms Call Hilltop Apiaries forinformation at 860-408-9039

24-R Seven foot International 3-point hitch cultivator $300 860-779-2107

Wanted

22-R Orchard workermanager needed Experience worker preferred withequipment and orchard or farm experience the right person could have a long-term opportunity Please call 203-213-8833

Interested in Advertising Click here for details on rates and submission

UPCOMING EVENTS

FOLLOW on FACEBOOK JOIN on PINTEREST VISIT our WEBSITE

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

Copyright copy 2020 Connecticut Department of Agriculture All rights reserved

You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this listSubscribe Past Issues Translate

Page 8: COVID-19 Testing for Agricultural Workers...COVID-19 Pick-Your-Own Guidance available here. COVID-19 Farm Store & Store Guidance available here. COVID-19 Considerations for Animal

1-R Blumenthal amp Donahue is now Connecticutrsquos first independentNATIONWIDE Agri-Business Insurance Agency Christmas tree growersbeekeepers sheep breeders organic farmers and all others call us for all yourinsurance needs 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

2-R Farm homeowner and commercial insurancemdashwe do it all CallBlumenthal amp Donahue 800-554-8049 or wwwbludoncom

3-R Gallagher electric fencing for farms horses deer control gardens ampbeehives Sonpalrsquos Power Fence 860-491-2290

5-R Pollination services for small scale farms Call Hilltop Apiaries forinformation at 860-408-9039

24-R Seven foot International 3-point hitch cultivator $300 860-779-2107

Wanted

22-R Orchard workermanager needed Experience worker preferred withequipment and orchard or farm experience the right person could have a long-term opportunity Please call 203-213-8833

Interested in Advertising Click here for details on rates and submission

UPCOMING EVENTS

FOLLOW on FACEBOOK JOIN on PINTEREST VISIT our WEBSITE

Subscribe Past Issues Translate

Copyright copy 2020 Connecticut Department of Agriculture All rights reserved

You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this listSubscribe Past Issues Translate

Page 9: COVID-19 Testing for Agricultural Workers...COVID-19 Pick-Your-Own Guidance available here. COVID-19 Farm Store & Store Guidance available here. COVID-19 Considerations for Animal

Copyright copy 2020 Connecticut Department of Agriculture All rights reserved

You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this listSubscribe Past Issues Translate