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Commissioner Ball Elected NASDA President

Commissioner Ball will serve as the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 2021-2022 President.

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Legislation Establishes Statewide Restaurant Meals Program

Governor Hochul announced the launch of the $25 million Restaurant Resiliency Program, building on the success of Nourish NY.

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Recognizing Hunger Action Month

Governor Hochul announced state actions taking place in recognition of Hunger Action Month, including the fourth round of Nourish New York.

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Chobani Donates Nearly 300,000 Products to Families in Need

Governor Hochul announced that New York State-based food maker Chobani is helping families affected by Hurricane Ida and evacuees from Afghanistan.

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2021

New York State Apiary Advisory Committee to Meet October 7, 2021

October 4, 2021

2:44 PM EDT

The Apiary Industry Advisory Committee will conduct a meeting on Thursday, October 7 at 1:00 pm.

Learn more about New York State Apiary Advisory Committee to Meet October 7, 2021

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2021

Legislation Establishes Statewide Restaurant Meals Program

Governor Hochul announced the launch of the $25 million Restaurant Resiliency Program, building on the success of Nourish NY.

Learn more about Governor Hochul Signs Legislation Helping Homeless, Disabled and Elderly SNAP Recipients to Purchase Prepared Meals

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2021

Media Availability to Discuss the Spotted Lanternfly in New York ...

September 28, 2021

10:58 AM EDT

Director for Plant Industry, Chris Logue, will be available to discuss the State’s efforts to combat the Spotted Lanternfly.

Learn more about Media Availability to Discuss the Spotted Lanternfly in New York State

2021

Commissioner Ball Elected NASDA President

September 23, 2021

3:21 PM EDT

Commissioner Ball will serve as the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 2021-2022 President.

Learn more about State Agriculture Commissioner Elected as President of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture

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2021

Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board to Meet Tuesday, September 2...

September 20, 2021

10:33 AM EDT

The DPO will conduct a meeting on Tuesday, September 21 and Wednesday September 22, 2021.

Learn more about Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board to Meet Tuesday, September 21 and Wednesday, September 22, 2021

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2021

New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee to Meet Tues...

September 17, 2021

5:26 PM EDT

The NYS Soil and Water Conservation Committee will conduct a meeting on Tuesday, September 21, 2021.

Learn more about New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee to Meet Tuesday, September 21, 2021

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2021

Recognizing Hunger Action Month

Governor Hochul announced state actions taking place in recognition of Hunger Action Month, including the fourth round of Nourish New York.

Learn more about Governor Hochul Announces State Actions in Recognition of Hunger Action Month

Commissioner Ball and volunteers with a Chobani truck.

2021

Chobani Donates Nearly 300,000 Products to Families in Need

Governor Hochul announced that New York State-based food maker Chobani is helping families affected by Hurricane Ida and evacuees from Afghanistan.

Learn more about Governor Hochul Announces Chobani Donates Nearly 300,000 Products to Support Those Affected by Recent Natural Disasters and Humanitarian Crises

2021

New York State Fair to Provide Enhanced Experience in 2022

Governor Hochul announced that the Great New York State Fair will return in 2022 as a 13-day event.

Learn more about Governor Hochul Announces The Great New York State Fair to Provide Enhanced Experience and Greater Coordination Among County Fairs in 2022

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2021

Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board to Meet September 10

September 3, 2021

4:43 PM EDT

The DPO will conduct a meeting on Friday, September 10, 2021 at 12:00 p.m.

Learn more about Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board to Meet Friday, September 10, 2021

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Commissioner Ball Elected NASDA President

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