Agriculture

Governor Hochul announced a $10 million award to two projects through round two of New York’s Regional School Food Infrastructure Grant Program.

Governor Hochul signed new legislation as part of the FY26 Enacted Budget to make major investments in New York’s environmental sustainability, agricultural industry, and state park system, including a historic $1 billion toward a cleaner and more sustainable New York.

Governor Hochul celebrated the 100th anniversary of the New York FFA organization during the organization’s annual Convention, held this year on the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse — the same location the first-ever FFA Convention was held in 1926.

Governor Hochul celebrated the 100th anniversary of the New York FFA organization during the organization’s annual Convention, held this year on the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse — the same location the first-ever FFA Convention was held in 1926.

Governor Hochul announced that New York has dedicated nearly $125 million to on-farm projects that conserve natural resources, combat climate change, and protect soil and water quality since 2020.

Earlier, Governor Hochul announced that Chobani — a next generation food and beverage company originally known for its high-quality Greek yogurt — has chosen New York State's Mohawk Valley as the location for the nation’s largest investment in natural food manufacturing after a competitive nationwide search.

Governor Hochul announced that Chobani will make the nation’s largest investment in natural food manufacturing, creating more than 1,000 jobs.

Governor Hochul announced that New York State is requesting a United States Department of Agriculture Secretarial Disaster Designation for Oneida County and the contiguous counties of Lewis, Herkimer, Oswego and Madison.

Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation declaring March 22-23 and March 29-30 as New York State’s 2025 Maple Weekends.

The cuisine trail, which runs from Bay Shore to Montauk, aims to drive business and tourism at local locations that support the seafood industry.