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Diversity and Racial Equity Workgroup Report Released

The report outlines steps to support and empower underrepresented groups in agriculture.

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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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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.

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2017

New York State Announces Taste NY Expands to Ten State Parks

July 28, 2017

12:31 PM EDT

The State Department of Agriculture and Markets and the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation today...

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State Agriculture Commissioner Celebrates County Fair Improvement...

July 18, 2017

11:17 AM EDT

Agriculture Commissioner Celebrates County Fair Improvement Projects This Summer

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Governor Cuomo Unveils 15th Proposal of 2018 State of the State: ...

Five-Point Plan Will Combat Hunger for Students in Kindergarten Through College

Governor Will Propose Legislation to End Lunch Shaming in all Schools

Require Schools to...

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State Agriculture Commissioner Highlights More Than $33 Million A...

December 22, 2017

12:57 PM EST

More Than $33 Million Awarded to Agricultural Projects Through the Regional Economic Development Councils

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The Great New York State Fair Announces Construction of New Expo ...

December 21, 2017

1:01 PM EST

The Great New York State Fair Announces Construction of New Expo Center

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Governor Cuomo Announces $20 Million Awarded to Support Water Qua...

Funding is Part of Governor's $2.5 Billion Clean Water Infrastructure Act

Program Will Help Livestock Farmers in 25 Counties Meet New Environmental Requirements

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2017

Update: New York Wood Products Development Council Meeting Cancel...

December 14, 2017

1:18 PM EST

New York Wood Products Development Council Meeting Cancelled

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Governor Cuomo Announces 50 Percent Growth in Craft Beverage Manu...

New York now Ranks in the Top Five in the U.S. for the Number of Craft Beverage Producers in every Category

340 New Businesses Join...

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2017

State Agriculture Commissioner Announces New York State Grown & C...

December 8, 2017

1:21 PM EST

New York State Grown & Certified Program to Take Center Stage at New York Produce Show

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Governor Cuomo Announces $2 Million Available to Reduce Impact of...

Third Round of Grant Program to Help Farms Reduce Environmental Impact and Better Prepare for and Recover After Severe Weather Events

A Total of $2.9...

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Diversity and Racial Equity Workgroup Report Released

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