
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 …
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today kicked off Hunger Action Month, highlighting the success of the State’s Food Access Expansion Program. Earlier this summer, Governor Hochul announced $10 million in awards through the Food …
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today announced $8.5 million has been awarded to 69 farms, food processors, and distributors across the State through the New York State Grown & Certified Infrastructure, Technology, Research, and …
During Women’s Day at The Great New York State Fair, nearly one dozen industry leaders from across the agricultural sector were presented New York State’s Women in Agriculture Awards. Now in their second year, the awards recognize and celebrate the …
The 2025 Great New York State Fair has a full itinerary of events and educational opportunities for fairgoers to celebrate New York’s diverse, high-quality dairy industry as part of Dairy Day on Thursday, August 28. Now in its 48th year, this annual …
In compliance with the Open Meetings Law, the Apple Marketing Order Board gives notice that it will conduct a virtual meeting on August 29, 2025, at 1:00 pm. The public has the right to attend the meeting at any location included herein. All reasonable …
There’s no better place to highlight opportunities in agriculture than at The Great New York State Fair. State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball will join partners from the New York State Department of Labor, New York Agriculture in the Classroom, …
Governor Kathy Hochul today kicked off The 2025 Great New York State Fair, highlighting a series of new enhancements to The Fair’s agricultural facilities and exhibits that will help fairgoers connect with this important industry in New York. The Governor …
The Taste NY program is gearing up for another exciting year showcasing the best of New York State agriculture with an expanded list of local food and beverages being featured in the Horticulture Building at The Great New York State Fair, offering even …
The New York Department of Agriculture and Markets, with support from the Farm Journal Foundation, the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) Foundation, and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Onondaga County announced that the New …
The Great New York State Fair will celebrate Beef Day on Tuesday, August 26, with visitors encouraged to join several activities highlighting New York’s beef industry. In coordination with the New York Beef Council, this special celebration offers a full …
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today announced $1.2 million is available through Round 1 of the Long Island Aquaculture Infrastructure Grant program to expand and renew aquaculture operations in Long Island. This first round of …
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that eligible farm employers may now apply for the Farm Employer Overtime Credit Advance program and receive reimbursement for eligible overtime paid to employees since January 1, 2025. Now in its second year, the Farm …
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM) today announced it is hosting a special webinar to help eligible farmers prepare for the launch of the 2025 Farm Employer Overtime Credit Advance Program. The Farm Employer Overtime Credit …
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today announced that $2.5 million is available through New York State’s Urban Farms and Community Gardens Grant Program. Now in its third round, the program is designed to support community growing …
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the winners of the 39th Annual New York Wine Classic, a nationally recognized competition highlighting the best of New York's wine industry. Rose Hill Vineyards from Long Island earned the prestigious Governor’s …
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today announced that New York has achieved Unaffected status as part of the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Milk Testing Strategy (NMTS) designed to detect highly pathogenic …
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, in collaboration with the New York Apple Marketing Order (AMO) Advisory Board, announced today nearly $1.65 million has been awarded to three organizations that will help to boost promotion of New …