State Senator George Borrello has introduced legislation that would allow New York grocery stores to sell New York State-produced wines. He said the proposal is intended to support family farms and local vintners and boost New York’s wine … [Read more...]
State Relaxes Regulations for Marketing Craft Beverages
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced an agreement with legislative leaders on a bill that will continue the State’s support of the growing craft beverage industry by cutting burdensome requirements placed on producers and rolling back … [Read more...]
Cuomo Announces $6 Million in Funding to Market New York’s Beer, Spirits and Wine Industry
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo wants to visibility of locally owned craft beer and liquor businesses in New York State. During Tuesday’s second New York State Wine, Beer, Spirits and Cider Summit, the Governor announced that the State provide $6 … [Read more...]
Brewers, Wineries and Distillers featured Tuesday in State Capitol
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo is hosting a third annual wine, beer, spirits and cider summit Tuesday in the state capitol. The annual event is designed to showcase the products of dozens of beer, wine and spirit producers and farmers, while also … [Read more...]
New Law Allows Local Wine to be Sold at Roadside Farm Stands
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo recently announced the signing of a series of new laws that will continue the state's efforts to better market and promote New York wine by allowing wine to be sold at roadside farm markets and designating portions of … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Gilliband Calls for Fairer Taxes on NY Wine, Beer Coming Into Canada
WASHINGTON - Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-New York) wants to make it easier for Canadians to bring home wine and craft beer produced in New York State. The Senator, who is a recently appointed member the President’s Export Council, is taking action … [Read more...]