Lowville Producers Dairy co-op receives grant to help purchase, renovate Central New York dairy processing plant

ALBANY, NY- Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that more than $27 million has been awarded to support 40 projects across New York State through the Regional Economic Development Council Initiative.

“We continue to make investments lifting up our communities across New York State, and these 40 shovel-ready projects are crucial to boosting economic growth and driving private investment,” she said.

“Together, our Regional Economic Development Councils are helping communities meet pressing needs through strategic investments creating good-paying jobs and expanding opportunities for New Yorkers.”

Here locally, the Governor’s Office says Lowville Producers Dairy Cooperative, Inc. has received a $1.3 million grant, with a $500,000 Excelsior Jobs Tax Credit.

The co-op is aimed to purchase, renovate, and operate the Queensboro dairy processing plant in Canastota, Madison County.

The processing plant serves as a central point for the collection and processing of raw milk from various dairy farms.

The project includes the acquisition of the operation, building improvements, the purchase of new equipment and create 16 new jobs.

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