Recent News from New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets

USDA Answers NY's Pleas to Increase Plum Pox Compensation

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:59:48 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine today applauded USDA for responding to New York farmers this week by publishing updated compensation rates for orchards and nurseries infested with the stone fruit disease, Plum Pox Virus...

State Offers Next Round of Assistance to Flood Affected Farmers

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:31:02 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine today announced the fourth component of Governor Cuomo's Agricultural and Community Recovery Fund (ACRF), the Capital On-Farm Needs Component, which will provide funding up to $20,000 per...

Consumer Alert: Undeclared Eggs in "Fruit Cake"

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:15:56 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine today alerted consumers to undeclared eggs in "Fruit Cake" packaged and distributed by Narala Bakery located at 744 Coney Island Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. People who have severe sensi...

State Offers Funds to Develop Regional "Buy Local" Campaigns

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 21:55:01 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine today announced the availability of $200,000 in funds to support new and existing regional "buy local" food and agricultural campaigns throughout the State. This program is funded by a US...

State of New York Agriculture Address

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:15:50 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine will present the annual State of Agriculture address to the New York State Agricultural Society tomorrow, Thursday, January 5, 2012 at approximately 7:15 pm at the Holiday Inn in Liverpool.

New York State Wood Products Development Council

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 17:46:53 -0000

In compliance with the Open Meetings Law, the New York State Wood Products Development Council gives notice that it will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The meeting will be held at Johnson Brothers Lumb...

Consumer Alert: Undeclared Milk in Gollo Brand "Pan Dominicano (Dominican Bread)"

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:51:03 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine today alerted consumers to undeclared milk in "Pan Dominicano (Dominican Bread)", packaged and distributed by Gollo Desserts located at 349 Suydam St. in Brooklyn, NY. People who have sev...

Commissioner Appoints Dairy Promotion Advisory Board

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:54:53 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine today announced the appointment of the 14th New York State Dairy Promotion Advisory Board.

New York State Soil & Water Conservation Committee Meeting

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:19:52 -0000

In compliance with the Open Meetings Law, the New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee gives notice that it will conduct a State Committee Meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 10:00 am. The meeting will be held in The Pride of New York Room,...

Commissioners Welcome Donated Christmas Trees to the Capitol

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:13:08 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine and Office of General Services Commissioner RoAnn Destito today welcomed several New York State Christmas tree growers to the Capitol where they donated trees and wreaths to decorate the ...

Commissioners welcome New York Christmas Tree Growers Donating Trees and Wreaths

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:12:55 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine and Office of General Services Commissioner RoAnn Destito welcome New York Christmas tree growers who are donating trees and wreaths to decorate the Capitol and Executive Mansion for the ...

State Offers Tips on How to Serve It Safely on Thanksgiving

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 20:00:11 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine and Health Commissioner Nirav R. Shah, M.D. today reminded consumers to prepare and cook food safely during the upcoming holiday season. Many food borne illnesses are preventable if consu...

Consumer Alert – Possible Botulism Contamination in "Salted Smoked Herring"

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 18:30:09 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel Aubertine today warned consumers not to eat "Salted Smoked Herring" sold by Juncalito Abajo Meat Corp., d/b/a Associated, located at 1380 Pennsylvania Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11239 and distributed ...

New York State Advises Garlic Growers to Beware of Imported Nematode

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:21:55 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine today alerted New York's garlic growers that Stem and Bulb Nematode (Ditylenchus dipsaci), a serious pest of garlic and other crops, has been found in the State on imported seed garlic. T...

Pride of New York Harvest Fest to feature wine and food tastings in Saratoga

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 21:33:27 -0000

The 16th annual Pride of New York Harvest Fest will be held this weekend in Saratoga Springs to celebrate locally produced New York State foods and wines. Approximately 100 growers and producers from across the State will offer the public the oppo...

New York State Soil & Water Conservation Committee Meeting

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 18:13:51 -0000

In compliance with the Open Meetings Law, the New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee gives notice that it will conduct a State Committee Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 15 at 10:00 am. The meeting will be held in Conference Room A of the St...

NYS Council on Food Policy to Meet Nov. 9 in Oriskany

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:30:52 -0000

The Governor's New York State Council on Food Policy will hold its annual fall meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Cornell Cooperative Extension Office, 121 Second Street Oriskany, New York.

NYS Council on Food Policy to Meet Nov. 9 in Oriskany

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 13:14:11 -0000

Product Recall: Undeclared Sulfites in Dried Dates

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 20:27:08 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel Aubertine today alerted consumers that Domega NY International Co. LTD, located at 47-57 Bridgewater St. in Brooklyn, NY, is recalling Dried Dates due to the presence of undeclared sulfites. People wh...

Commissioner Announces $1 Million in Grants for Specialty Crops

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 18:16:28 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine, today, announced $1 million for 9 projects that will enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in New York. Specialty crops include fruit, vegetables, maple, honey, horticulture and...

Campylobacter Contamination Found in Raw Milk in Tompkins County

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 19:19:59 -0000

The New York State Department of Health (DOH) and the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM) today warned consumers in Tompkins County and surrounding areas NOT to consume "unpasteurized" raw milk produced at Jerry Dell Farm...

Commissioner Aubertine Announces Farm to You Fest! 2011

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:31:18 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine announced today that Farm to You Fest! 2011 will take place in schools and communities throughout New York State during the week of October 3 through October 9. Officially known as New Yo...

Consumer Alert: Listeria Monocytogenes in Bronx Store's Dry Sausage

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 18:36:58 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine today alerted consumers that Mergimtari Meat & Grocery, located at 565 E. 187th Street, Bronx, NY, is recalling all packages of in-store made "Dry Sausage", due to the presence of Lis...

Agriculture Commissioner Visits Farms Damaged by Tropical Storm Lee

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 20:53:24 -0000

New York State Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets Darrel J. Aubertine will be visiting farms damaged by Tropical Storm Lee in Tioga County.

Agriculture Commissioner Commends USDA Action to Pay for Dumped Milk

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 17:23:45 -0000

"U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack's decision to take action that will pay dairy farmers for milk they were forced to dump or which spoiled due to Hurricane Irene is welcomed news for New York Farmers," said New York Agriculture Commissioner ...

Agriculture Commissioner Initiates Recovery Fund

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 20:18:41 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine today enlisted the assistance of Soil and Water Conservation Districts to begin assessing damage in agricultural disaster areas and to begin identifying projects to restore farms and farm...

Agriculture Commissioner tours storm damage in Schoharie County

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 21:07:03 -0000

New York State Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine, joined by Farm Bureau President Dean Norton will tour Schoharie County Farms damaged by Hurricane Irene.

Commissioner Announces Grant to Promote Local Foods

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:33:39 -0000

A federal matching grant will boost local food producers and tourism by encouraging bed and breakfast operators to feature locally produced food and agricultural products. New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine announced the $...

Grain Marketing Training Sessions Scheduled

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:01:11 -0000

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine announced today that seven training sessions have been scheduled to help grain producers learn more about post-harvest marketing of their crop.

Commissioner Announces State Eco-Friendly Farming Award

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:01:10 -0000

Porterdale Farms in Adams Center, Jefferson County is the recipient of this year's New York State Agricultural Environmental Management (AEM) Award, announced New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine. The Porters, along with the...