FARMINGDALE, NY - Recognized for a 90-year legacy and strong dedication to service, resilience, and its communities, Bushwick Commission is celebrating a prestigious designation. The fourth-generation veg supplier was recently honored as a historic business by the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry.

“We are deeply honored to be named to the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry,” shared Bushwick Commission Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Ken Gray. “This award would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of those who came before us. We carry their legacy with us every day as we continue to serve our customers and community.”

The award—which recognizes businesses with a long-standing history of contributing to their local communities—was recently marked by a Proclamation presented by New York State Assemblyman Steven Stern, a press release shared.

“For nearly nine decades, they have remained committed to being a leader and not only growing and supplying fresh produce but being a pillar in their community with regular donations to communities in need, including the Island Harvest Food Bank and the VA hospital,” Assemblyman Stern wrote in his letter of support.

Bushwick Commission began its legacy as a modest produce stand with pushcarts in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Since then, the company has expanded to be a substantial supplier of potatoes and other vegetables to the entire Atlantic seaboard. While pursuing this growth, the company has remained true to its founding principles and upheld an unwavering commitment to quality produce, exemplary customer service, and community contribution.

As the release went on to note, this recognition not only celebrates Bushwick Commission's rich history but also underscores its ongoing role in shaping New York’s agricultural and business landscape.

Cheers to 90 years of success! Keep reading ANUK as we report on the next 90 more.