![]() As the spokesperson of China’s Foreign Ministry pointed out on Wednesday, it is exactly the persistent hype and dissemination of disinformation by some in the West that has added more turbulence and uncertainty to the world already fraught with challenges and intensified distrust and division. Perhaps this is exactly the “intelligence” American politicians need. People have also seen the complicated tricks of the US when setting an agenda and mobilizing public opinion. The world has once again witnessed the shamelessness and absurdity of a group of “professional screenwriters” in the US intelligence services. I think I can speak for all the partners when I say we hope this is just the first of many more Easton farms to be protected.The Chinese jeered that while Biden anticipated the thunder of guns, the only sound to be heard along the Ukrainian border was a hype bubble popping.Ĭhina’s state-run Global Times wrote a sarcastic editorial that treated February 16 as a pivotal date in history the world could “learn” from, but not for the reasons advanced by the Biden administration: ![]() This project is an excellent example of fierce cooperation. “Connecticut Farmland Trust is honored to have had the opportunity to work with the owners of Lakeview Orchards and all the partners on the preservation of this key farm. – David Bindelglass, First Selectman, Town of Easton This allows us to preserve the rural character of our town that we all cherish. The culture of Easton has always placed farms front and center and we are happy to partner with state and federal programs to continue to do so. “ We are thrilled in Easton to be recognized for our efforts to preserve our farms. This project is an excellent example of many farmland preservation partners coming together to work in fierce cooperation to protect one of Easton’s historic farms. The farm was protected using funding from USDA’s Natural Resource Conservation Services, the Connecticut Department of Agriculture, Connecticut Farmland Trust and the Town of Easton. The protection of Lakeview Orchards was possible because of committed Easton volunteers including members of the Easton Agricultural Commission, the Town Conservation Commission, the Board of Finance, and Board of Selectmen who worked together to ensure this farm is protected in perpetuity. This project was completed in June of 2021. The Town of Easton, Connecticut was presented the pathfinder award for the preservation of Lakeview Orchards, a historic 37-acre farm in town. I am grateful for the trust the region’s farmers and growers have placed in me by sharing their experiences and allowing me to share those stories with the public. “I’m honored to receive the 2021 Pathfinder Education/Communication Leader Award from WLA as I so value the Alliance’s work advocating for and protecting Connecticut’s farmland. She is a passionate advocate for local food and, as noted on her website, she “writes stories about people and how food, farms, and growers create community, connections, and shared history.” These stories were featured in the Boston Globe. Most recently, she published a series of articles highlighting the challenges of farming across New England. Her work focused on farm, food, and cooking. Jocelyn Ruggiero is a writer from Madison, CT. Chelsea Gazillo, American Farmland Trust New England Policy Manager and Working Lands Alliance Director. On behalf of the WLA Steering Committee, a HUGE Congratulations to Jocelyn Ruggiero and the Town of Easton for their dedication and commitment to advancing local agriculture. This year’s Pathfinder award winners exemplify excellence in their efforts to promote CT Grown agriculture and protect farmland in their local communities. “The Working Lands Alliance Pathfinder Award is the CT Grammy for farmland protection and other efforts that ensure our agriculture sector continues for generations to come. The award includes three distinct categories: Outstanding Individual Award, Outstanding Group Award, and Education and Communication Award. The Pathfinder Award was created in 2003 to celebrate individuals and groups who have exemplified leadership in farmland protection over the past year. Jocelyn Ruggiero as Outstanding Communicator and The Town of Easton, Connecticut as Outstanding Group. We are excited to announce the two recipients of the 2021 Pathfinder Award.
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