New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball said, “The new FFA Building offers fairgoers the chance to learn about agriculture and the many career opportunities our industry has to offer. The space will provide fairgoers with a chance to …
On Thursday, August 27, the Great New York State Fair will celebrate the return of Grape Day with new events and high-quality grape products that will be sampled and sold on the Fairgrounds. Grape Day will include fun-filled activities to educate fairgoers …
What do a gravity-defying jet ski, waterski, and wakeboard gymnastics stunt show; adorable racing dogs; a pint-sized tractor pull; a 4-H Driving and Miniature Horse Show; and The Big Cheese all have in common? They’re ALL brand new at the 2026 New York …
The Holstein Dairy Cattle Will Be Back at the Toyota Coliseum New York Agriculture Takes Center Stage with More Animals, a New FFA Building, Local Potatoes, the Big Cheese, the Return of Grape Day and So Much More! Mooove on over to the Fairgrounds …
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today called for nominations for the new Beginning Farmer Advisory Board. The Board, which was created by statute, will help identify challenges affecting beginning farmers across New York State and …
Maple syrup, maple ice cream, maple popcorn, maple cotton candy… maple dog treats? Yes, maple may be one of the most versatile flavors around, and on Monday, August 31, The Great New York State Fair will celebrate New York’s growing maple industry with …
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard A. Ball said, “We are excited to see production underway at the Webster fairlife facility. We have so much to be proud of when it comes to New York agriculture and this is another …
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $8.5 million is available to dairy farmers and cooperatives as part of Round 2 of the New York State Dairy Modernization Grant Program. First announced in Governor Hochul’s 2024 State of the State address, this grant …
The Taste NY program is gearing up for another exciting year showcasing the best of New York State agriculture with local food and beverages being featured in the Horticulture Building at The Great New York State Fair, offering locally made products to …
From honoring New York’s agricultural heritage to celebrating the people, cultures, and communities that make the Empire State unique, The Great New York State Fair today announced its lineup of Special Days. Running from Opening Day on Wednesday, August …
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the winners of the 40th Annual New York Wine Classic, a nationally recognized competition highlighting the best of New York's wine industry. Ryan William Vineyard from the Finger Lakes earned the prestigious …
The NYS Department of Agriculture and Market today announced the deadline to apply for the $30 million Agricultural Resiliency Against Tariffs Program has been extended, with applications now due on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. The program, …
The same incredible value is now even more homegrown. The Great New York State Fair announced today that its iconic $1 Potato Booth will be operated by Tully’s Good Times in collaboration with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets’ New …
Governor Kathy Hochul today is reminding New York producers that the deadline to apply for the $30 million Agricultural Resiliency Against Tariffs Program is approaching with applications due on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. The program, first …
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM) today announced that eligible farm employers can now apply for the Farm Employer Overtime Credit Advance program and receive reimbursement for eligible overtime paid to employees since January …
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New York State has been granted a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretarial Disaster Designation for counties in the Finger Lakes, Mid-Hudson, Capital, Central New York, Long Island, Mohawk Valley …
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM) today announced it has revised its import restrictions for pets coming into New York State following the detection of the New World Screwworm (NWS) in Texas and New Mexico. The updated import …
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today announced its 2026 Women in Agriculture awardees, with honorees being recognized at The Great New York State Fair’s annual Women’s Day Breakfast on September 2, 2026. Now in its third year, …
In compliance with the Open Meetings Law, the New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee gives notice that it will conduct a meeting on July 21, 2026, at 10:00 am. The meeting will take place at the following locations: New York State Department …
