Overview
In late April 2024, the Lake Erie grape production region experienced a freeze event and several factors contributed to the extent of the damage, including vine phenology, precipitation, temperature, and dew point.
The Department issued a crop loss determination to assist grape farmers impacted by the frost/freeze event in late April. The designation will allow duly licensed farm wineries to manufacture or sell wine produced from grapes grown outside of New York State.
Apply
The deadline to apply for the exemption is October 31, 2024.
2024 Farm Winery Application Process Webinar
On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 1:00 pm, the Department hosted an industry-wide webinar to provide information on the application process and to answer any questions farm wineries may have. A recording of the webinar is below and can also be accessed here.
On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 1:00 pm, the Department hosted an industry-wide webinar to provide information on the application process and to answer any questions farm wineries may have. A recording of the webinar can is available here.
Contact Agricultural Producers Security Program
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (518) 457-7076, option 2
Fax: (518) 457-2716
Mail: NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets
Agricultural Producers Security Program
10B Airline Drive
Albany NY 12235