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Finalists Selected for Round Two of the Grow-NY Competition

Governor Cuomo announced the 20 finalists selected to participate in round two of Grow-NY, a food innovation and agriculture technology business challenge focused on enhancing emerging food, beverage, and agriculture innovation.

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Recommendations Solicited for Areas With Veterinarian Shortages

September 16, 2020 | 9 AM EDT

The Department is soliciting recommendations to identify regions of NY that face a shortage of veterinarians.

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State Landmarks Lit Orange for Hunger Action Month

Governor Cuomo announced buildings including One World Trade Center, the Kosciuszko Bridge, the Alfred E. Smith Building, and the Great New York State Fair's Exposition Center will be lit orange this evening in recognition of Hunger Action Month.

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2020

Finalists Selected for Round Two of the Grow-NY Competition

Governor Cuomo announced the 20 finalists selected to participate in round two of Grow-NY, a food innovation and agriculture technology business challenge focused on enhancing...

Learn more about Governor Cuomo Announces 20 Finalists Selected for Round Two of the $3 Million Grow-NY Global Food and Agriculture Business Competition

A vet wearing green scrubs and a stethoscope works with a white horse in a field.

2020

Recommendations Solicited for Areas With Veterinarian Shortages

September 16, 2020

9:10 AM EDT

The Department is soliciting recommendations to identify regions of NY that face a shortage of veterinarians.

Learn more about State Department of Agriculture Soliciting Recommendations for Animal Agriculture Veterinarian Shortage Areas

A New York State field in the spring growing cover crops.

2020

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

September 11, 2020

9:39 AM EDT

Learn more about New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee to Meet September 15, 2020

The Mario M. Cuomo bridge lit in orange.

2020

State Landmarks Lit Orange for Hunger Action Month

Governor Cuomo announced buildings including One World Trade Center, the Kosciuszko Bridge, the Alfred E. Smith Building, and the Great New York State Fair's Exposition...

Learn more about Governor Cuomo Announces State Landmarks to Be Lit Orange in Recognition of Hunger Action Month

2020

Announcing the Virtual Taste NY Producer Showcase

Governor Cuomo announced the virtual Taste NY Producer Showcase, which was created to boost business for New York's farms and small food and beverage makers.

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A variety of dairy products are arranged on a blue wooden table.

2020

Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board to Meet Tuesday, September 8...

September 2, 2020

3:22 PM EDT

Learn more about Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board to Meet Tuesday, September 8, 2020

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2020

Wood Products Development Council to Meet Thursday, September 3, ...

September 2, 2020

9:30 AM EDT

Learn more about Wood Products Development Council to Meet Thursday, September 3, 2020

Red and yellow apples hanging from a tree branch with leaves.

2020

New Guidance for Agritourism Businesses

As we enter the fall season, new state guidance is available for corn mazes, pick-your-own fruit and vegetable operations, hayrides, and haunted houses.

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The main gate of the Great New York State Fair.

2020

2020 Virtual Great New York State Fair Kicks Off

Governor Cuomo announced a full slate of virtual Great New York State Fair special events and activities allowing New Yorkers to safely enjoy the Fair...