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$25 Million in Additional Funding Will Support Nourish NY

An additional $25 million has been directed to New York's network of food banks to support the Nourish New York program.

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Commissioner Congratulates the Winners of the '21 NY Wine Classic

February 25, 2021 | 12 PM EST

Wineries from around New York State were honored with “Best of Class” Awards in 25 categories.

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Commissioner Ball's Statement on the Passing of Edgar King

February 25, 2021 | 11 AM EST

“I am saddened by the loss of Edgar King, who was a tireless public servant, dedicated farmer and family man, and a true friend."

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2020

Through Nourish NY, CNY Food Bank Buys 428,000 Pounds of NY Food

July 1, 2020

2:00 PM EDT

Through Nourish NY, Food Bank of CNY has purchased 428,167 pounds of surplus food from New York farmers.

Learn more about Through New Nourish NY Program Food Bank Of Central New York Purchases More Than 428,000 Pounds of Surplus Food to Date, Supporting Farms and Families During COVID-19 Pandemic

2020

Food Bank of Southern Tier Helps Those in Need Through Nourish NY

June 24, 2020

3:01 PM EDT

The Food Bank of the Southern Tier has purchased 376,500 pounds of surplus food from New York farmers.

Learn more about Food Bank of the Southern Tier Purchases More Than 376,500 Pounds of Surplus Food From New York Farms and Serves More Than 6,000 Households in Need Through Nourish NY Initiative

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2020

Supporting New York’s Dairy Industry During Dairy Month

June 24, 2020

2:42 PM EDT

Nourish New York has helped over 5,000,000 pounds of milk get redirected to consumers in need.

Learn more about State Agriculture Commissioner Highlights Actions to Support New York’s Dairy Industry During Dairy Month

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2020

Three Finalists Selected for NY AEM-Leopold Conservation Award

June 23, 2020

11:36 AM EDT

Three finalists have been selected for New York’s inaugural AEM-Leopold Conservation Award.

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2020

Promoting Pollinator Habitats on Commercial Properties

June 22, 2020

2:12 PM EDT

The Department and DEC announced new actions to benefit and protect New York’s pollinators.

Learn more about New York State Issues Guidelines to Promote Creation of Pollinator Habitats on Commercial Properties

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2020

NY Food to Be Distributed by Food Bank of CNY through Nourish NY

June 18, 2020

12:50 PM EDT

Food Bank of CNY is hosting a drive-thru food distribution of New York State agricultural products through Nourish NY.

Learn more about Advisory: New York State Produced Food to Be Distributed in Watertown by Food Bank of Central NY as Part of Governor Cuomo’s Nourish NY Initiative

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2020

Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board to Meet Tuesday, June 23, 20...

June 18, 2020

10:56 AM EDT

The Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board will conduct a meeting on June 23, 2020.

Learn more about Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board to Meet Tuesday, June 23, 2020

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2020

Over 3 Million Pounds of Surplus NY Food Given to Those in Need

June 17, 2020

2:50 PM EDT

Nourish NY reached a milestone this week as surplus products provided through NY food banks reached over 3 million pounds.

Learn more about Nourish NY Brings More Than Three Million Pounds of Surplus New York Food From New York Farms and Dairy Processors to Those in Need Since Launch

Organic lettuce greens seedlings in Mohawk Valley, New York.

2020

Food to Be Distributed by Food Bank of CNY as part of Nourish NY

June 16, 2020

11:28 AM EDT

Food Bank of CNY is hosting a drive-thru food distribution of NY agricultural products as part of Nourish NY.

Learn more about **MEDIA ADVISORY** New York State Produced Food to Be Distributed by Food Bank of Central NY as Part of Governor Cuomo’s Nourish NY Initiative

2020

Farmers Reminded to Sell Products to Licensed Dealers

June 11, 2020

9:51 AM EDT

The Department reminds all farmers, including New York’s dairy farmers, to only sell to licensed dealers.

Learn more about State Agriculture Department Reminds Farmers to Sell Their Products to Licensed Farm Product and Milk Dealers

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