The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM) and the Lake Erie Regional Grape Program (LERGP) announced today a comprehensive, coordinated effort to conduct grid searches for the invasive Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) in and around Ripley, New …
New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance Commissioner Barbara C. Guinn said, “SNAP recipients, most of whom are children, older adults or individuals with a disability, count on SNAP every month to feed their families. The federal …
In compliance with the Open Meetings Law, the Apple Marketing Order Board gives notice that it will conduct a meeting on November 3, 2025, at 1:00 pm. The public has the right to attend the meeting at any location included herein. All reasonable efforts …
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today announced that $350,000 is available through the Transportation for Youth to County and Local Fairs Competitive Grants Program. Now in its second round, this initiative funds transportation and …
Representative Paul Tonko said, “Over the past several months, congressional Republicans have inflicted real pain on families in every corner of our state — stripping away health care, gutting food and home heating assistance, and driving up costs for …
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today announced that $1.2 million has been awarded to 17 small businesses to support and grow Long Island’s aquaculture industry. Funding will help these producers to purchase and upgrade equipment …
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced, during Farm-to-School Month, that $10 million is available through Round 3 of New York’s Regional School Food Infrastructure (RSFI) Grant Program to bring more New York food to New York school children. The program …
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today encouraged members of the agricultural community to join the 194th Annual Meeting and Agricultural Forum, hosted by the New York State Agricultural Society on Thursday, January 8, 2026. Held at …
WHAT: The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard A. Ball will join the Farm and Food Growth Fund, aquaculture and seafood industry representatives, and other partners to announce $4.2 million in support of Long …
Governor Kathy Hochul today congratulated the Finger Lakes region on being named the 2025 American Wine Region of the Year by Wine Enthusiast as part of the magazine’s prestigious Wine Star Awards. The honor recognizes the region’s world-class winemaking, …
“On behalf of the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, I join New York’s agricultural community in mourning the loss of Peter Ten Eyck, who was a dedicated farmer and community leader, a fierce advocate for agriculture, and a true friend. …
Grant Applications Accepted Through Dec. 17, 2025, Webinar on Oct. 16 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced approximately $4 million is now available to advance projects across the state …
With Growing Youth Agriculture Participation and Record-Breaking Concert Attendance, the 2025 Fair was Truly Unforgettable Five weeks after gates closed and the proverbial dust has settled at the Fairgrounds, it’s time to take stock of another incredible …
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets 10B Airline Drive Albany, New York 12235 The Great New York State Fair 581 State Fair Boulevard Syracuse, New York 13209
On the heels of Climate Week, Governor Hochul announced two grant opportunities totaling $26 million for projects that will help address the impacts of climate change and protect water quality across New York State. The State is making $24 million …
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that $25 million has been awarded to help New York’s farmers support agricultural water quality conservation projects. This is a record level of funding awarded in any one round of the State’s Agricultural Nonpoint …
WHAT: The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation will announce $25 million has been awarded to Soil and Water Conservation Districts across the State to help New York …
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today announced Oechsner Farms of Newfield has been selected for the 2025 New York Agricultural Environmental Management (AEM)-Leopold Conservation Award. The distinguished award honors a farm and its …
In recognition of Hunger Action Month, Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that, since 2020, New York has dedicated more than $500 million to projects that will increase access to fresh, local food for New Yorkers in need and provide new markets for New …
