How Massachusetts And Its 7 Million Consumers Support Its 7000 Farmers

with Katelyn Parsons of the Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation

Just 2 percent of the U.S. population are farmers. The Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation is the voice of agriculture. Farm Bureau Director of Government and Public Affairs, Katelyn Parsons, explains how 7 million consumers can support its 7000 farms.

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Mar 28, 2022

Hosted by: Eric Clemons
Produced by: Greater Boston Newsmakers Team
#Massachusetts #Economy and Business #General Interest #Local
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