2023 Specialty Crop RFP Deadline Extended to January 9th!
NYFVI is pleased to partner with New York State’s Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM) to manage the competitive grant program
We create and share knowledge to improve the economic viability of New York's farms.
NYFVI is pleased to partner with New York State’s Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM) to manage the competitive grant program
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