New York Farm Viability Institute

Submit a Public Comment on New York's Farm and Food System The Department, in partnership with Empire State Development and New York’s land grant university system, is soliciting public comments through the New York Food Supply Working Group. The 30-day open comment period, which began on March 24, is intended to gather ideas on improving the resiliency and self-reliance of New York’s farm and food system and related supply chain logistics in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.... Comments will be used to help guide recommendations from the Working Group in a report to be issued later this year. Comments are invited by all interested parties, and are welcome on issues relating to farm and food resiliency including: Recommendations and supportive information on state or federal laws and incentives to strengthen the state’s food supply in a manner that benefits New York farms, food businesses, workers, retailers, restaurateurs, food banks, and consumers. Recommendations on programs and policies to improve the resilience and self-reliance of New York’s farm and food supply, and supply chain logistics. Insights and recommendations relating to New York’s food supply and supply chain logistics that address concerns relating to food shortages, food waste, and the challenges in getting New York farm goods to market during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more and submit a comment.https://agriculture.ny.gov/new-york-food-supply-working-gro

Proving that the old adage about asking a busy person if you want to get something done--two great ladies--who happen to be on our board--are hosting a virtual field day.

We are honored by the trust and confidence that Governor Cuomo and NYS have placed in our program and are grateful for the leadership by Assembly member Donna Lupardo and Senator Michelle Hinchey to secure our funding. We would also like to thank Assemblymember Carrie Woerner and Senator John W. Mannion for their advocacy on our behalf. We truly appreciate all of your support.

Excited to see this work move forward!

In addition to all the strengths that Commissioner Ball mentioned, we have a great NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets ! https://www.facebook.com/301662976629917/posts/3544082105721305/

We're excited to see this project move forward! NYFVI has been supporting work with GrowNYC to make sure that NY farmers are ready to keep that market full!

Thanks to Senator Michelle Hinchey, Assemblymember Donna Lupardo and their ag committees for their support for NY farmers. https://www.morningagclips.com/historic-support-for-agricu/

Help the USDA know what you think about how to make agriculture more climate-smart. Deadline for comment is April 29th. "This Executive Order laid out a series of actions for Federal Agencies to take regarding climate change mitigation and resilience, including directing the Secretary of Agriculture to collect stakeholder input on a climate-smart agriculture and forestry strategy." https://www.federalregister.gov//notice-of-request-for-pub

Is a Value Added Producer Grant right for you? This guide will help you figure it out-- https://sustainableagriculture.net//2021-NSAC-VAPG-Farmers

Interesting graphic article in a great newsletter put out by the AAEA--Agricultural and Applied Economics Association. https://www.choicesmagazine.org//da/whats-the-farmer-worth

It's not too late to join us for our last webinar--today at 1:00 pm. Learn how NY dairy farms are reducing their antimicrobial use. https://nyfvi.org//march-5th-webinar-how-new-research-is-/

Where are you buying NYS Grown and Certified products?

Important topic!

Have an idea you want to try out on your farm?

Farmers, make sure this talented, hard working team knows what you need!

Mark your calendar, sure to be a great program!

Nice to see agriculture appreciated. Thanks for your hard work! https://news.gallup.com//farming-rises-sports-tumbles-indu

Interesting analysis about Precision Agriculture and Adoption Rates among corn growers. What category do you fall in? New York Corn and Soybean Growers Association it's worth a watch!

The FMI newsletter is a great way to understand the consumer landscape. From the most recent edition "A notable 85% of Americans plan on eating family meals more often or the same amount as they did before the pandemic when things return to a new normal. Whatever our new normal will be, Americans will need to stay physically and emotionally fit, and family meals help with both." https://www.fmi.org//so-how-does-america-feel-about-all-th

This is important!

The farmers on our review panel were passionate about making sure this work with herbicide resistant weeds was funded. Great to see the outreach!

Maple Producers--this one's for you. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) in New York, in conjunction with the New York State Maple Producers’ Association is hosting a webinar about the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) specifically for maple producers. The webinar will take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2. The CFAP is available to farmers and ranchers whose commodity prices have been directly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. ...CFAP provides direct relief to producers who faced price declines and additional marketing costs due to COVID-19. Maple sap (syrup) was recently added to the list of eligible specialty crops. The webinar will highlight program information and discuss the application process. The webinar will be available to attend online or with a conference call phone number. Email [email protected] to receive a calendar invite to the webinar or call 347-690-4420, conference ID 477 875 086. FSA is accepting applications for CFAP through Sept. 11. To find the latest information on CFAP, eligible crops, payment rates, application and payment calculator, visit farmers.gov/cfap. See more