Business Services
Grassroots
Farm Bureau works hard to keep its members informed. All members receive a monthly subscription to the award-winning Grassroots newspaper. Grassroots is available in print and online.
Jordan Energy
Take advantage of government incentives to lower energy costs for your business! In the September USDA REAP round, you can apply to receive funding for 50% of solar project costs --- up to $1 million! You can get an additional 30% - or more - from the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC). At the end of the day, incentives make commercial solar systems a great investment.
Jordan Energy, a member benefits partner to New York Farm Bureau, will conduct a free solar assessment in preparation for a September grant submission. Please reach out if you are ready for Jordan Energy to help you go solar!
New York Wine & Grape Foundation
Members receive $50 off Grower Membership.
The New York Wine & Grape Foundation is dedicated to supporting New York’s wineries and grape growers, and to improving their ability to succeed in a changing environment. NYWGF Membership provides two categories of benefits for growers:
- Tier 1: Basic Business Support Services ($50 value – FREE with offer code!)
Includes industry conference discounts, and access to a variety of informational webinars. - Tier 2: Capacity Building and Educational Services ($100 value – 50% off with offer code!)
Includes access to enhanced webinars on topics like sustainable farming and marketing your grapes. This membership package also provides access to one-on-one consulting with experts in areas like tax, finance, marketing, & sales.
Learn more about NYWGF Grower Membership here.
Login to view your members-only discount code.
Syracuse University - Cannabis Certificates
All NYFB members will receive a 10% discount on any cannabis certificate offered through the Syracuse University College of Professional Studies.
Certificates include:
- Healthcare and Medicine
- The Business of Cannabis
- Cannabis Law and Policy
- Cannabis Agriculture and Horticulture.
CLICK HERE for a flyer outlining the offerings.
Click Here to login to get your dicsount code for registration.
Retail Council of New York State
No one seems to carry cash these days. That means merchants like you need the ability to accept credit and debit cards in any situation. But taking plastic for payment also means taking on new processing fees. Wouldn't it be nice to have transparent billing, minimal fees and personalized service from your payment processor? That's where the Retail Council of New York State, NYFB's credit card processing program, can help.
Members Only Publications
New York Farm Bureau members stay informed with all of the latest farming news, issues & member benefits, with NYFB members-only publications. NYFB keeps its members up-to-date by sending FB alert emails on important issues, bi-weekly FB news to your inbox and FB's monthly Grassroots newspaper.
Legal Referral Service
New York Farm Bureau offers a Legal Service and Referral Plan for New York Farm Bureau members. The program is designed to provide assistance to members who have legal questions or concerns and are looking for attorneys who specialize in the area of law that matches their needs. Members who hire an attorney through the Legal Service and Referral Plan are entitled to two hours of free consultation over the course of one year, and the attorneys offer Farm Bureau members a 15% discount off their fees.
How to get a referral
Call the NYFB Legal Department at 1-800-342-4143. Have your NYFB membership number handy to start the conversation.
Your family is covered! As long as you are a New York Farm Bureau member in good standing, any family member qualified on your membership can call for a referral.
There is no cost for the referral program. Farm Bureau members are responsible for any attorney’s fees, see Legal Affairs for more information.
