Dairy farmer sold his cattle in Genesee County, New York
2/9/2024 1:18:06 AM
CATEGORIES:
Agriculture
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
Genesee County, NY
Start Date: 2/8/2024
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A dairy farmer in Genesee County left the cattle business because the cost of hauling water made milk production unprofitable. The farmer planned to continue growing crops.
There was concern for other dairy farmers as wells have not recovered despite 14 inches of snow. No rain has fallen. More precipitation was desperately needed so there is moisture for the upcoming growing season.
The Batavian (N.Y.), Feb 8, 2024
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