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NYS Ag Commissioner Announces $8.5M to Assist NY Farmers With Growing Their Business Funds are administered by the New York Farm Viability Institute; Application period closes February 28, 2025 https://lnkd.in/efsnuDne

In this month’s edition of From The Roost, we ask: What would you do if you knew you couldn’t fail? We’ve got some new work on the website and tips for businesses to adapt to shifting attitudes towards holiday shopping. Finally, of course, we’ve got so many fun things to click on! Read and subscribe at https://bit.ly/4eJ6EEl

Adding a little spice to an upstate pumpkin patch! ?? Agency 29 teamed up with Pick'n Patch to help them make the most of their busy season while setting the stage for a fantastic Spring and Summer at The Barn! ???? Together, we crafted a dynamic marketing plan—complete with new events, a consumer focus group, and a social media strategy that truly connected. The results? ?? ? 22% increase in Facebook fans ? 24% more event responses ? 6.8% average engagement rate (compared to the industry standard of 0.17%!) ? 196% increase in average daily views Now that’s the Agency 29 blend! ??: @Pick n’ Patch https://lnkd.in/gY99DdjZ

The?Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research?and?Danone North America?announced the opening of a Request for Applications (RFA) focused on promoting regenerative agriculture. The grant opportunity?Understanding the Impact of Hub Farm Resources in Expanding Adoption of Regenerative Agriculture Practices?will provide up to $450,000 total over one to two awards for research fostering the adoption of regenerative agriculture practices. Read more on Morning Ag Clips https://lnkd.in/dFJdAkkc

Huge achievement for our friends at Finger Lakes Visitors Connection!

Super stoked to be in Syracuse today for the New York Farm to School Summit! Nutrition is wildly important for our young people. I’m here to find out how I can help support initiatives that benefit nutrition in education! Agency 29 #agvocate #agmorethanever

Work-life balance and flexibility are not just buzzwords at Agency 29! A great example of this is our Managing Director, Colleen Crill. By embracing an evolving workload, Colleen ensures that she’s fully engaged with our team and our clients while also making time for what matters most outside the office. Lately, she’s been enjoying a mix of cheer, fishing trips, fireworks, fall leaves, pumpkins, and even catching a Pink concert!

Sometimes, finding your niche is as simple as being observant and listening to the needs of your industry. On today’s episode of Spilled Salt, Maureen Ballatori sits down with Paul Guglielmo of Craft Cannery and Guglielmo Sauce. As one of the winners of Grow-NY in 2022, Pauly shares how his keen awareness of market demands guided him to explore new ventures and ultimately led to the growth of Craft Cannery. Tune in wherever you subscribe to podcasts! Just search “Spilled Salt”. https://lnkd.in/g7N-uDv8

We're incredibly proud that the New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) has released the?2024 New York Vineyard Report. This report marks the beginning of a two-year initiative aimed at re-establishing benchmarks for accurate data on vineyard acreage across the state. Agency 29 has the honor of collaborating with NYWGF, Ag Access and Deep Planet on this project to evaluate vineyard acreage through direct grower reports and advanced machine learning detection technology. "We're so happy to be working on this important research," says Agency 29 founder and CEO Maureen Ballatori. "If you know me, you know how much I love collaboration. While NYWGF, Agency 29, Ag Access, and Deep Planet did the heavy lifting on this project, there were countless other supporting figures who were essential to the success of this project. We're grateful to everyone who lent a hand." https://lnkd.in/eRftGpV8

True creativity starts with insight, and that's where we shine at Agency 29! ? At the intersection of strategy and design, we craft our most impactful work. These projects with Crazy Daisies, Sweet Pea Plant-Based Kitchen, and Maola Local Dairies all began with a clear understanding of the brand’s tone, style, and personality, and how they best served their audiences. By conducting brand research, we developed tailored strategies that guided our creative team in elevating each brand to new heights. Which creative execution is your favorite? https://agency29.com/work