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The agricultural assessment program allows eligible farmland owners to receive real property assessments based on the value of their land for agricultural production rather than on its development value.  Any assessed value which exceeds the equalized agricultural assessment on the land may qualify for a reduced tax assessment.

Landowners must apply through the local town assessor for an agricultural assessment. Further Information on Agricultural Districts can be found here, contact information for local assessors can be found here.

Do you qualify? Find out by visiting the Soil Group page, there you can find more information about the program and will be able to download a brochure. You may also call our office at 315-946-7200

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Mechanically harvesting aquatic plants on the Wayne County’s bays to Lake Ontario. Position provides opportunities to learn about local water quality issues and invasive species. The hours of operation occur Monday thru Thursday. Duties will include assisting in routine maintenance and periodic cleaning of the workspace and equipment. Hourly wage starts at $17.00 and has increased incentives with CDL endorsement. The District offers paid holidays to part-time employees and also offers opportunities to join or contribute to NYSLR pension program.

 

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$28.5M will be provided through the Climate Resilient Farming Grant Program and the Agricultural Non-Point Source Abatement and Control Program

Climate Resilient Farming Grant Program helps farms reduce their operational impact on the environment and address the impacts of extreme weather events resulting from climate change. This is Round 7. The program offers $15 million and up from $8 million in the last round of the program. The program is designed to help farmers implement agricultural projects and make related equipment purchases that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support soil health and improved water quality. Projects will also help agricultural producers prepare for and better manage impacts of climate change, including increased heavy storm events, overall rainfall, and periods of drought.

According to NYS Ag and Markets, this year’s program emphasizes precision feed management and agroforestry, two best management practices that are identified in the New York State Climate Action Council’s Scoping Plan as critical to helping increase carbon sequestration and reduce greenhouse gases on farm.

The Climate Resilient Farming Grant program eligibility has also been expanded by updating the definition of a farm operation to include urban agriculture and non-traditional operations. Urban agriculture is an increasingly important focus area for the Department as it continues its work to grow a more resilient food supply system. In addition, new and beginning farmers are being prioritized for this funding opportunity.

For more information, and to see if you qualify contact Ian or Ron at 315-946-7200

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