Chamber Hosts Annual Agricultural Brunch

Hudson, NY – The Agricultural Business Committee of the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual Agricultural Brunch on March 15. This year's brunch featured a panel of speakers that focused on Farming in Columbia County: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. The panelists spoke about why they chose Columbia County, their experiences, and how people can help support the future of agriculture in the County.  Please click here to view the photo gallery.

The panelists included: Weir Stewart former owner and operator of Odyssey Farm, Mary Gail Biebel from Chatham Keep Farming, Chris Cashen from The Farm at Miller's Crossing and Chuck Colaruotolo, Jr. from Running Creek Farm. The moderator was William Jordan from New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

National Union Bank of Kinderhook and First Niagara Bank were Major Sponsors. Midhudsonmedia and The Register Star/Chatham Courier were Media Sponsors. Hawthorne Valley Association was a Brass Sponsor.

The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce, with its 850 members, is the leading voice of business in Columbia County , providing advocacy, promotional and benefit solutions for its members. Those seeking more information concerning the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce and membership can contact the Chamber at (518) 828-4417 or visit the website at www.columbiachamber-ny.com.