Dairy farmers in New York state received an average of $19.60 per hundredweight of milk sold during September, up $1 from August, but $3.40 lower than in September 2011.
That’s according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, New York field office, which also reported prices for other crops.
Grain corn prices, at $8.28 per bushel, rose 25 cents from August and 78 cents from September 2011 levels. Hay averaged $131 per ton, unchanged from last month but up $32 from September 2011 prices. Potatoes averaged $14.50 per hundredweight, down $3 from a year ago. Apples prices, at $60.20 per hundredweight, were up $20.90 from September 2011 as supplies were clipped by adverse weather conditions this spring and summer.
(Sponsored)

Latest Tax Scams and Schemes for Tax Filing Season
With the 2024 tax filing season upon us, now is a great time to remind taxpayers to stay vigilant and watch out for bogus tax strategies and schemes. Now more

How CH Insurance’s BOOST Program Optimizes Group Benefits for Small Businesses
For small business owners, navigating the complexities of group benefits can be overwhelming. Between compliance regulations, cost considerations, and employee expectations, offering a competitive benefits package often feels like a
Contact The Business Journal at news@cnybj.com