New York Department Of Agriculture and Markets
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Recent News About New York Department Of Agriculture and Markets
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New York celebrates 20 years of Agricultural Literacy Week
State Agriculture Commissioner Richard Ball joined thousands of volunteers to mark the 20th anniversary of Agricultural Literacy Week in New York.
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New York's agricultural diversity celebrated on National Agriculture Day
State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball issued a statement on National Agriculture Day, emphasizing the significance of agriculture and the contributions of farmers in New York.
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New York launches Long Island Seafood Cuisine Trail to boost tourism
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is set to inaugurate the Long Island Seafood Cuisine Trail, aiming to promote the region's seafood, aquaculture, and small business industries while boosting tourism.
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Northeast Regional Food Business Center launches second funding round for small farm enterprises
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has partnered with the Northeast Regional Food Business Center (NERFBC) and the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) Foundation to launch a second funding...
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Apple Marketing Order Board schedules public meeting for March 13
The Apple Marketing Order Board has announced a meeting scheduled for March 13, 2025, at 10:00 am.
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Commissioner Ball visits Shadow Hill Maple Farm to promote upcoming Maple Weekends
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner is set to visit Shadow Hill Maple Farm for the first maple tapping of the season.
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Apple Research Development Board announces upcoming meeting for March 11
The Apple Research Development Board has announced it will hold a meeting on March 11, 2025, at 10:00 am.
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Farmers reminded about registration for overtime credit advance program
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM) has announced that registration is open for the 2025 Farm Employer Overtime Credit Advance program.
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New York releases draft guidelines for farmland protection funding under bond act
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM), in collaboration with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), has released new proposed eligibility guidelines for public comment.
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Onion Research Development Board schedules open meeting for March 4
The Onion Research Development Board has announced a meeting scheduled for March 4, 2025, at 9:00 am.
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Cabbage Research Development Board schedules public meeting for March
The Cabbage Research Development Board has announced a meeting scheduled for March 4, 2025, at 1:30 pm.
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New York enforces new measures against avian flu amid low human risk
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM) has announced new testing requirements for poultry entering the state's live bird markets.
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Funding announced for New York's Farmers' Market Resiliency Grant Program
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball has announced the availability of $1 million for New York's farmers' markets through the third round of the Farmers’ Market Resiliency Grant Program.
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New York opens nominations for prestigious AEM-Leopold conservation award
Applications are now open for New York State's 2025 Agricultural Environmental Management (AEM) Leopold Conservation Award, as announced by New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball.
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FreshConnect program expands electronic redemption for faster vendor reimbursements
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball has announced enhancements to the FreshConnect Checks (FCC) Program, aimed at increasing the purchasing power of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits at farmers' markets.
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New York takes action against avian flu amid recent bird infections
New York State is intensifying its efforts to prevent the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) through enhanced monitoring and testing.
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Funding opportunities announced for New York state county and local fairs
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball has announced two funding opportunities to support the state's county and local fairs.
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New York urges applications for Dairy Modernization Grant Program by February deadline
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has issued a reminder to dairy farmers and cooperatives about the ongoing Dairy Modernization Grant Program.
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New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee schedules public meeting for January
The New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee has announced a meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025, at 10:00 am.
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State agriculture commissioner outlines progress at annual forum
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball delivered the State of Agriculture Address at the 193rd New York State Agricultural Society Annual Forum on January 9, 2025.