Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
These files from the Department of Agriculture and Markets, Division of Marketing contain marketing orders, petitions, hearing
notices, transcripts, memoranda regarding referendum results, lists of growers for specific products, and original ballots.
Marketing orders are issued to regulate the sale of commodities, encourage balance between supply and demand and prevent price
extremes detrimental to producers and consumers alike. The records document procedures for issuing marketing orders and the
process of hearings, voting, and amendment of orders as prescribed by law.
Creator:
Title:
Department of Agriculture and Markets marketing order ballot and voter registration files
Quantity:
14 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates:
circa 1958-1973, 1981-1996
Series Number:
13565