ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — On Wednesday, Monroe County legislators got an in-depth look at the agricultural landscape in the Rochester area and all which they provide for surrounding communities.

The group of lawmakers toured three farms on the west side including Colby Homestead Farms in Spencerport, Conrow Farms in Brockport and Brightly Farms in Hamlin. The farmers at each shared why they believe the tours were necessary.

"A lot of these [legislators] haven't had any experience with farming and a lot of the policies they pass have direct influence on the farming community," Robert Colby of Colby Homestead Farms said.

With this, Executive Director of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County Andrea Lista believes lawmakers should understand farming procedures for the sake of the pe

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