Young Farmer Powers State Fair Potato Booth | Buffalo News

Buffalo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

For the first time ever, Wayne County’s 26-year-old potato farmer Garrett Williams is bringing his Russet potatoes to the New York State Fair — a milestone that blends family legacy, hard work, and a passion for farming. Growing up on a potato farm, Williams knows every step from seed to tuber, and despite a flood that forced replanting, he’s proud to share his harvest with fairgoers. Commissioner Richard Ball sees the booth as a powerful way to connect people with their food’s roots, while Tully’s Good Times runs the stand at just $1 per potato. Williams, the youngest of three brothers all…