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August 2024
Governor Hochul Recognizes Winners of The 2024 Dairy Products Competition
Annual Tradition Highlights World-Class Dairy Products in New York State
Stewart’s Shops Honored with Gold for Best Fluid Milk, Chocolate Milk, and Flavored Milk; Dygert Farms Creamery Earns Silver
Second Year of the Ice Cream Category Honors Stewart’s Shops and Byrne Dairy
Churchtown Dairy Named Grand Champion for its Coperthwaite Cheese
Governor Kathy Hochul… Read more »
At Great New York State Fair, Governor Hochul Announces State Exceeds 2023 Goal of Sourcing Local Food from New York Farmers
Governor Hochul Signed Executive Order 32 at 2023 Great New York State Fair to Increase State Food Sourcing from Local Farmers and Producers
One Year Later, State Surpasses 2023 Goal Of Sourcing at Least 5 Percent of Food From New York State Growers and Producers to Nearly 15 Percent
Spending on New… Read more »
At The Great New York State Fair, Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Support New York’s Agricultural Industry
S.6320/A.6821 Allows for the Leasing of State Land up to Ten Years for the Purpose of Tapping Trees and Sap Production
S.9232/A.10199 Authorizes the Use of Apples Grown Outside of New York for State Labeled Cider When Necessary Due to Loss of Crops
S.9248/A.7020A Establishes the Beginning Farmer Advisory Board on Agriculture
Governor… Read more »
The Great New York State Fair Highlights New York’s Dairy Industry as Part of Dairy Day
New York’s Dairy Products and Industry on Display Through Several Special Events and Exhibits
Undeniably Dairy Shake-Off Milkshake Contest Begins at 10:30 a.m. in Chevy Court Pavilion
Dairy Day Award Breakfast Scheduled to Honor Competition Winners and Contributors to Dairy Industry
The 2024 Great New York State Fair has a full itinerary… Read more »
The Great New York State Fair Poised to Celebrate Beef Industry as Part of Beef Day on August 27
Brand New Charcuterie Board Competition to Take Place from 11 a.m. through 12:30 p.m. in Chevy Court Pavilion
Hay Bale Throwing Competition Begins at 1 p.m. in the Beef Barn
The Great New York State Fair will celebrate New York State’s beef industry on Tuesday, August 27, with visitors encouraged to… Read more »
Opportunities In Agriculture Highlighted at The Great New York State Fair’s Agriculture Career Day
Career Challenge Scavenger Hunt Highlights Variety and Value of Agriculture-Related Careers
New York Agriculture in the Classroom, FFA, and Partners Demonstrate the Breadth of Careers in the Industry
Participants Entered to Win a Nintendo Switch
There’s no better place to highlight the opportunities in agriculture than at the Great New York State Fair.… Read more »
Governor Hochul Celebrates the Opening of The 2024 Great New York State Fair
Highlights Inclusivity Efforts, Including New Sensory Room and Sensory Day
Celebrates New Agricultural Exhibits and Offerings, Grounds Entertainment Options, Innovations and Special Days
Designates Tomorrow, August 22, State Parks Day at the NYS Fair, and Invites New Yorkers to Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of New York State Parks with Free Admission for… Read more »
The Great New York State Fair Expands First-of-Its-Kind Voice of The Farmer Garden
In its Second Year, the Garden Adds Interactive Demonstrations & Presentations with Experts in the Field
First Garden of its Kind in the Country Helps Visitors Learn about Agriculture
Spotlights New York Crops Grown and Produced in New York
The New York Department of Agriculture and Markets, with support from the Farm Journal… Read more »
Local Food and Beverages Take Center Stage In The Horticulture Building at The Great New York State Fair
Taste NY Builds on its New Presence in the Horticulture Building, Next to the Maple Booth
Tasting Yard in Suburban Park Concert Area to Feature 13 Craft Beverage Producers from Across the State, Rotating Nightly
Partners with Community Gardens Display to Offer Virtual Reality Experience
Dozens of New York food and beverages made… Read more »
4-H for Horses Building to Debut at The Great New York State Fair, Showcasing New York’s Equine Industry and Diverse 4-H Program
New Exhibit Will Provide an Opportunity for Fairgoers to Interact with Horses, Learn More about the Equine Industry and its Importance to New York Agriculture
In just a few days, fairgoers will get the opportunity to visit up-close with one of nature’s most magnificent animals when the 4-H for Horses exhibit… Read more »
From Apples to Zeiders and Everything Between: The Great New York State Fair from A to Z
It’s no secret that seeing everything taking place at The Great New York State Fair would require multiple days and a keen sense of planning. From must-see attractions, to concerts, transportation, and more - we’ve got you covered from A to Z.
A is for Agriculture (duh!) – Agriculture is the… Read more »
Nerveless Nocks, Ally Walker Inks to Make their Great New York State Fair Debut Joining a Riveting Roster of Free Shows and Strolling Entertainment
Fan Favorites Hilby, Bandaloni, Circus Hollywood, and Sea Lion Splash Show Returning
Find Your Favorite Activity on Special Entertainment Map Linked Here
From death-defying aerial acrobatics to world-class artwork designed to bring pavement to life, The Great New York State Fair is pleased to introduce the newest additions to its ground entertainment… Read more »
Rap Legend Rick Ross to Bring his “Everyday Hustle” to The Great New York State Fair this Year
With fewer than three weeks until the start of one of summer’s most beloved traditions, The Great New York State Fair is saving a parking spot for a “Purple Lamborghini,” as hip-hop artist Rick Ross will perform at Suburban Park on September 1 at 8:00 PM.
Rick Ross is the embodiment… Read more »
The Great New York State Fair Expands Accessibility Efforts with Dedicated Sensory Room and Hours
While many fairgoers are captivated by the bright lights, loud sounds, and live music at The Great New York State Fair, others can find the environment to be a potential cause of stress and anxiety. In an effort to make The Fair more inclusive of all New Yorkers, The Great… Read more »
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