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Department Announces $500,000 for New York Farmers' Markets

$500,000 is available to New York’s farmers’ markets through the Farmers’ Market Resiliency Grant Program.
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Do you have a keen eye for capturing the beauty of New York's agricultural industry? Help us highlight the best of NYS's agricultural community, commodities, and livestock by submitting to the Department's 2025 Agricultural Photo Contest!

New York State is home to a robust community of farmers, producers, and agribusinesses that offer delicious, home-grown food and beverages as well as local products that bring comfort, warmth, and cheer to the holiday season. That’s why December’s category, “Homegrown Holidays,” invites photographers to spotlight the small businesses and agribusinesses that support New York’s farmers during the festive season.

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Statement from Acting State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. B...
January 17, 2014
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Congratulations to Chris Watkins on his appointment as the new Director of Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE).