Agriculture and Markets

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New York State Celebrates Maple Month

Governor Hochul encouraged New Yorkers to support their local maple producers sales, events, and activities during Maple Month.

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Agriculture in New York New York Production at a Glance

New York is home to nearly 32,000 family farms producing some of the world's best food and beverages.

About 20% of New York State's land area, or close to 7 million acres, is farmland.

New York State has nearly 700 farmers' markets across the state.

New York is the 5th largest producer of dairy in the nation, and it is the state's biggest economic sector.

New York State farmers grow 40 varieties of apples, more than any other state.

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Connecting the Dots Between Producers & Consumers
NYS Grown & Certified®

The New York State Grown & Certified® program makes it easy to identify products that are grown and produced locally, with a focus on food safety and environmental standards - and it promotes the farmers behind these products.

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Taste NY

Taste NY introduces consumers to the world-class products made right here in New York, helping to create new economic opportunities for our farmers and for our food and beverage producers.

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Our Programs Boosting New York's Agricultural Community

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Participate in the Department's Photo Contest!

Do you have a keen eye for capturing the beauty of New York's agricultural industry? Help us highlight the best of NYS's agricultural community, commodities, and livestock by submitting to the Department's 2025 Agricultural Photo Contest!

To spotlight the incredible work of our ag educators across the state, our March Photo Contest Category is “Cultivating Curiosity: Ag Education in Action.” The role of an agricultural educator can mean so many things – from introducing young people where their food comes from to getting them excited about the many possibilities for future jobs in agriculture, and more. This month, we want to get a glimpse inside the classroom to see inspiration at work!

Follow the link below to learn more!
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March 2025 Photo Contest Category