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About Us
Farming is and always should be a part of the Rondout Valley. Farms keep land open, and beautiful, and protect our natural resources. However, the business of farming and mounting pressures from developers have made it difficult for many farm businesses to continue operating. For farming to remain an integral part of the Rondout Valley's culture and economy, family farms must be able to survive economically.
The Rondout Valley Growers Association (RVGA) was organized in 2003 to invigorate the health of farm businesses by undertaking a strong, focused effort to better market Rondout Valley farm products. The survival of the area's farms is paramount to the protection of the valley's open space.
In order to accomplish our goals, Rondout Valley Growers works to establish a brand name reputation for RVGA products. We promote and enhance an image of unparalleled wholesomeness and quality for our products. And, we connect growers, residents, businesses, town governments, federal, state and regional agricultural and conservation agencies with our community's needs.
Success of our marketing efforts will come from many directions as we seek to increase public awareness, establish and improve wholesale promotion and distribution efforts, and increase agritourism potential. Most importantly, though, we want to create a lasting image in people's minds so when they think of healthy food, beautiful vistas, and open farmland, they think Rondout Valley.
We encourage you to frequent the businesses that support RVGA's efforts. Most importantly, we encourage you to support our growers by asking for and purchasing only local products from area farm stands, grocers and restaurants.
Locally known, locally grown. What could be better?
Contact Us
Rondout Valley Growers Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 867
Stone Ridge, NY 12484
info@rondoutvalleygrowers.org
(845) 687-0051
(845) 626-7919
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