Century Farm award applications sought

Western New York farm families are invited to submit applications for consideration by the The New York State Agricultural Society to be recognized as Century Farms at the society's Annual Agricultural Forum.

A Century Farm is one that has been in continuous operation by the same family for 100 years or more. The farm family must be an integral part of the day to day operation of the farm enterprise. Also, proceeds from the farm business must represent a significant portion of the current operator's income. When applying, a family representative is requested to plan on attending the annual New York State Agricultural Society meeting, normally held on the first Thursday in January for the award presentation.

For a farm to be considered, a representative of the farm family must fill the form out completely and return it by July 31. Applications can be obtained by contacting your local Cornell Cooperative Extension or at www.nysagsociety.org.