Bolinsky Votes to Promote CT Farms

HARTFORD- State Rep. Mitch Bolinsky (R-106 Newtown) supported legislation today to permit highway signs directing drivers to local Connecticut farms.

SB-311, An Act Concerning Certain Farm Related Designations On Highway Signs would expand existing law to allow directional and other official signs or notices pertaining to farming that is part of state’s agricultural tourism within the 600 foot area of interstate, primary and other limited access highways.

“We in the legislature need to do our best to support our state local agricultural enterprises and contribute to the health and viability of Connecticut’s rural economy. This bill could help consumers find the farms they wish to visit, especially farms in Newtown and the surrounding greater Danbury region,” said Bolinsky.

The legislation is aimed to further the Buy CT Grown mission which is to link Connecticut’s food and agricultural community including farmers, consumers, restaurants and retailers to: celebrate and promote Connecticut grown farm products, grow the local economy, and enhance the quality of life in our state.

According to the Connecticut Farm Bureau Association, agriculture is continuing to grow in Connecticut with one of the fastest growing segments of agriculture is on-farm retail operations. These farms are welcoming the public onto their farms and providing a wonderful combination of family entertainment and expansion of the CT Grown experience.