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Agricultural Commission approves March minutes; discusses land preservation, Clarke Farm, and outreach

LedyardApr 21, 20262 min read

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The Agricultural Commission met April 21, 2026 (hybrid). Members approved the March 17, 2026 minutes, noted a recommendation to postpone the Commission's joint meeting (now tentatively scheduled for May), received a Town Council liaison report on the budget and the Clarke Farm contract, discussed pursuing sale of development rights and pastureland acquisition to meet state acreage goals, and planned outreach related to historic farms and the 250th celebration. Commissioners were requested to attend an Agriscience Department meeting May 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

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Approved Regular Meeting Minutes from March 17, 2026.
Commission's joint meeting postponed per recommendation and tentatively scheduled during the May meeting (approved).
Chairman Garstka to review paperwork for residents interested in selling development rights with the tax assessor and to reach out to other farmers about selling development rights to the state.
Commission encouraged to consider purchasing pastureland (in addition to prime agricultural land) to reach state acreage goals.
Request for Commissioners to attend Agriscience Department meeting with the School Superintendent on May 18, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

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