Innovation in agri-foods is future for county economic development, says director

By: Robert Washburn | April 26, 2018

Director of Economic Development Dan Borowec talks about an upcoming job study, the future of agri-food in Northumberland and the growing number of cannabis operations during Consider This Live, part of the Drive Time on Northumberland 89.7 FM.

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