New York A04264 mandates the Department of Agriculture and Markets to create and maintain a database on climate change's impact on agriculture.

New York A04264 amends the agriculture and markets law to require the Department of Agriculture and Markets to develop and maintain a searchable, publicly available database of agricultural data from farmers. Starting January 1, 2027, farmers must report annually on the impact of climate change on agriculture, including crops grown and yield outcomes. The department will also conduct outreach to inform farmers of these reporting requirements.

New York A04264 mandates the Department of Agriculture and Markets to create and maintain a database on climate change's impact on agriculture.

New York A04264 amends the agriculture and markets law to require the Department of Agriculture and Markets to develop and maintain a searchable, publicly available database of agricultural data from farmers. Starting January 1, 2027, farmers must report annually on the impact of climate change on agriculture, including crops grown and yield outcomes. The department will also conduct outreach to inform farmers of these reporting requirements.