Investing in the family farm’s future

From left, Michael, Christopher, Andrew, and Carrie Higby at their family farm in the town of Leyden in Lewis County. The Higbys started their dairy operation nine years ago on 120 acres off Route 12D.
State’s new farmer’s grant fund supports early stage agricultural businesses in Jefferson, Lewis counties
By Norah Machia, NNY Business
Photos by AFM Photography
Nine years ago, Michael and Carrie Higby decided to quit their day jobs and start operating a dairy farm in the town of Leyden. [Read more…]