New York Department Of Agriculture
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Recent News About New York Department Of Agriculture
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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.
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Former NY Agriculture Commissioner Dick McGuire remembered for advocacy
The New York State Department of Agriculture has expressed its condolences following the passing of former Commissioner Dick McGuire.