Great State Fair spotlights local goods

Most county and state fairs have deep roots in agriculture. Adults and children often come to look at prize-winning animals from the state's farms.

But at the upcoming New York State Fair, visitors can do more than see all that the state's farms have to offer. This year's fair will offer new opportunities for people to taste the bounty, too.

Opening this weekend, the annual fair hosts hundreds of entertainment and educational events and attractions. Among the fun will be interactive exhibits at which people can taste wine or buy fresh food all from within the state.