Assemblyman Joseph Angelino (R,C-Norwich) is announcing that $1.7 million in grants is available for 2026 through the New York Farm Viability Institute for farmers with 10 years or less of farming experience. Projects can receive up to $200,000 and will require a 5% match. The grants can be used for the start-up, improvement or expansion of a farm operation; the purchase of agricultural land and physical structures; the purchase of machinery, equipment or livestock; the construction or improvement of physical structures, including semi-permanent structures; worker or apprenticeship training; and marketing activities. More information can be found here.

“Farmers are the backbone of our economy, and we must work to help support our new generation of farmers. That is why I am so proud to announce these grants. I want to thank the New York Farm Viability Institute for making these grants available, and I encourage all eligible farmers to apply. And as always: No Farms, No Food,” said Angelino.