New York Agriculture
The Dairy Industry
New York’s dairy industry is a critical sector of the state’s economy and as its leading agricultural sector, dairy accounts for approximately one-half of New York’s total agricultural income. New York State has nearly 3,200 dairy producers that produce over 15 billion pounds of milk annually, making New York the nation’s fifth largest dairy state. New York’s unique and talented dairy producers and processors provide significant contributions to New York’s agriculture industry, the economy, and to the health of our communities.
Career Opportunities
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Dairy is the largest single segment of New York’s agricultural industry, offering a wide range of exciting and fulfilling career opportunities in a variety of areas including production, processing and distribution. Careers in the dairy industry offer competitive salaries and benefits, and workers with specialized dairy skills are in high demand.
Unlock your potential and explore careers in New York’s dairy industry today! View the video below to see the wide range of job opportunities in the dairy industry.
Job Opportunities
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The New York State Department of Labor offers job search services to help connect workers with agricultural jobs in New York.
