New York J 881: Honoring LaToya Morgan upon the occasion of her designation as the Motivational Coach & Inspirational Speaker of the Year

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Assembly Resolution No. 448

BY: M. of A. Woerner

 MEMORIALIZING Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim
 May 2025, as Beef Month in the State of New York

 WHEREAS, The agricultural industry is part of the foundation upon
which our distinct American heritage is built; New York State and the
entire United States are dependent on our agricultural industry for a
variety of food products; and

 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize
official months that are set aside to recognize the contributions of the
agriculture industry which substantially contributes to the economic
vitality of the communities of this great Empire State; and

 WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its long
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
memorialize Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim May 2025, as Beef Month in
the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance of National
Beef Month; and

 WHEREAS, Over 20% of New York's total land area or nearly seven
million acres is farmland and the Empire State is home to nearly 33,500
family farms; and

 WHEREAS, Farmworkers are the backbone of New York's massive
agricultural industry and an estimated 80,000-100,000 workers labor on
New York's farms; and

 WHEREAS, Cattle are an important part of New York's agricultural
landscapes with 1.4 million head of cattle on nearly 10,000 farms and
ranches across the state; and

 WHEREAS, Cattle contribute more than $428 million in receipts
annually and are one of the top five agricultural commodities in New
York; and

 WHEREAS, New York beef producers care for their cattle and the
environment by protecting natural resources on their farms and ranches;
and

 WHEREAS, Hardworking farming and ranching families in New York
produce a variety of versatile and wholesome beef choices; and

 WHEREAS, During the month of May, Beef Month is celebrated across
the country, highlighting farmers and ranchers, the beef cattle they
provide, the future of the beef industry and every aspect in between,
including meat processing facilities and meat markets; and

 WHEREAS, New York State is also home to approximately 300 beef
processing plants; and

 WHEREAS, The Meat Markets industry in New York, comprised of butcher
shops and delicatessens, is estimated at over $800M with more than 1,000
businesses, employing nearly 5,000 people; and

 WHEREAS, Educating consumers about beef nutrition is also important
part of Beef Month; and

 WHEREAS, Beef is an excellent source of protein and supplies 10
essential nutrients including B-vitamins, zinc, and iron that support an
active and healthy lifestyle; and

 WHEREAS, Eating single three ounce serving supplies 25 grams of
protein, about 50% of the daily recommended value; and

 WHEREAS, The United States remained the world's largest producer in
2023, and is now the second-largest consumer of beef in the world; and

 WHEREAS, The beef industry involves thousands of American Farmers,
ranchers and processors who help keep our economy strong and food on our
tables; and

 WHEREAS, Beef production is a multibillion-dollar industry in the
United States; and

 WHEREAS, Beef is the second most popular meat in the US and
Americans eat an average of 57 pounds of beef each year; and

 WHEREAS, The United States is fourth in the world for number of
cattle, but produces the most beef; and

 WHEREAS, Celebrating Beef Month is a reminder of how important the
beef industry is to both producers and consumers in the state; an

 WHEREAS, The Annual Burger Competition, now in its ninth year,
showcases the culinary excellence and beef-centric innovation that
define New York's vibrant food burger scene; and

 WHEREAS, Sustainable beef is defined as socially responsible,
environmentally sound and economically viable product; New York has many
beef farmers who are curr