named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Advocacy and Policy Engagement
Represents dairy producers in state and federal policy discussions, including participation in the Water Quality Workgroup, Agriculture Workforce Development Council, and NY Dairy Issues Team.
Legal and Regulatory Support
Provides members with access to a no-cost 30-minute legal consultation through an agreement with Michael Best law firm on any legal issue.
Member Education and Networking
Hosts dynamic conferences in partnership with Cornell PRO-DAIRY, offers webinars, tours, and media training to support producer leadership and communication skills.
Public Relations and Communications
Offers public relations advice and support to members facing regulatory or activist challenges, and issues timely email alerts and newsletters.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Agricultural Producer Education & Support Networks 3 activities
- Disseminates research to support farm decision-makingShares research findings from Cornell CALS and PRO-DAIRY with dairy producers to inform operational and strategic decisions on farms.
- Facilitates industry partnerships and networking opportunitiesConnects dairy producers with partner organizations, industry stakeholders, and development opportunities to strengthen collaboration and collective impact.
- Provides communication and information resources to membersDelivers timely email alerts, weekly and quarterly newsletters, educational webinars, programs, tours, and online access to news, events, and industry resources to support dairy producers in New York and the Northeast.
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Industry Advocacy and Regulatory Engagement 1 activity
- Advocates for dairy producers on public policy and regulatory issuesRepresents dairy farmers at the state and regional level on environmental regulations, labor concerns, and public policy; advocates for legislation such as the Securing America’s Workforce Act; engages in advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill and through participation in national summits to advance the interests of Northeast family dairies.
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Professional Development and Standards in Marketing and Communications 1 activity
- Builds communication and media skills for dairy farmersOrganized media training sessions for dairy farmers and industry professionals to improve storytelling and public communication abilities.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Collects membership dues from dairy producers and related stakeholdersCollects tiered membership fees from dairy producers based on farm size and number of mature cows, heifer growers based on herd count, affiliate members (companies) at a flat annual rate with multi-person access, associate memberships for individuals and small business owners, and discounted junior memberships for young farmers requiring sponsorship.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Convenes industry leaders and hosts eventsOrganizes gatherings such as leadership meetings during June Dairy Month, co-hosts conferences with Cornell PRO-DAIRY, and hosts collaborative events to celebrate Dairy Month with state agencies and industry partners.
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Agricultural Grantmaking and Funding Programs 1 activity
- Funds and supports partner organizations in dairy industry developmentFunds and provides staff support to key organizations including Cornell PRO-DAIRY, Cornell Agriculture Workforce Development, NY Animal Agriculture Coalition, and Grow NY Farms to strengthen research, workforce, and advocacy capacity in the dairy sector.
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Legal Representation for Members 1 activity
- Offers legal consultation services to membersProvides members with access to a no-cost 30-minute legal consultation through a partnership with Michael Best law firm.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognizes contributions to the dairy industryPresents awards including the Dick Popp Memorial Leadership Award and the Friend of NEDPA award to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to New York’s dairy industry and NEDPA.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$756K
Contributions & grants$687K91%
Program service revenue$42K5%
Investment income$27K4%
Other revenue$775
expenses
Total expenses$681K
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$358K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$554K
Cash$554K
Investments$0
Liabilities$100
Net assets$554K
Liquid reserves9.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +15.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALLYSON JONES-BRIMMER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $145K |
board members · 10
- AJ WORMUTH — VICE CHAIR
- GREG PORTER — DIRECTOR
- HANNAH WORDEN — SECRETARY
- JON PATTERSON — DIRECTOR
- KEITH KIMBALL — BOARD CHAIR
- KIRSTY NORTHROP — DIRECTOR
- KURT HANEHAN — DIRECTOR
- NICK GILBERT — DIRECTOR
- SHANE ST CYR — TREASURER
- STUART ZIEHM — DIRECTOR
relationships · 34
Who they work with
- Affiliate Partner — Membership category for businesses and organizations supporting dairy producers, reflecting partnerships with industry service providers.
- American Dairy Association North East Partner — Collaborates as part of the NY Dairy Issues Team on crisis response and public communications.
- Assembly Ag Chair Donna Lupardo Partner — Recognized by NEDPA for long-time support of New York family dairy farms.
- Associate Partner — Membership category for individuals and businesses working alongside dairy producers, indicating engagement with allied industry professionals.
- Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development Partner — Co-promotes workforce development initiatives and educational webinars for youth employment in agriculture.
- Cornell Agriculture Workforce Development Partner — Receives financial and staff support from NEDPA.
- Cornell CALS Partner — Collaborates with NEDPA to conduct and disseminate research for dairy farmers.
- Cornell PRO-DAIRY Partner — Collaborates on conferences, educational programs, and industry initiatives.
- Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences PRO-DAIRY Partner — Collaborates on industry events, workforce development, and strategic initiatives to support New York's dairy farms.
- Corning Place Communications Partner — Hired public relations firm supporting NEDPA's communications efforts.
- Facebook Network — Member organization with a presence on Facebook
- Farm Credit East Partner — Affiliate member and financial partner that collaborates with NEDPA on advocacy and information-sharing for New York dairy farms.
- Feedworks USA Partner — Affiliate member that increased its membership level to support NEDPA’s representation of dairy farm families and businesses.
- Grow NY Farms Coalition — NEDPA is a driving force in the coalition advocating for fairness for farm employers and employees.
- Heifer Grower Partner — Membership category for operations raising replacement livestock, indicating collaboration with heifer growers in the dairy supply chain.
- Hendrickson’s Hooftrimming, Inc. Partner — Affiliate member that supports NEDPA as part of strengthening the broader dairy community.
- LinkedIn Network — Member organization with a presence on LinkedIn
- Michael Best Partner — Law firm providing no-cost legal consultations to NEDPA members.
- NY Animal Agriculture Coalition Coalition — Represented on the board through NEDPA leadership to advance animal agriculture policy in New York.
- NY Animal Agriculture Coalition Partner — Receives financial and staff support from NEDPA.
- NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets Partner — Collaborates with NEDPA on Dairy Month celebrations and industry advocacy.
- NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets Partner — Partners with NEDPA in events and initiatives supporting New York dairy farmers.
- NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets Government — Partners on industry discussions, events, and policy development for New York's dairy sector.
- National Milk Producers Federation Partner — Participates in the State Dairy Associations Summit and advocacy meetings in Washington, DC.
- New York Farm Bureau Partner — Collaborates as part of the NY Dairy Issues Team on crisis response and public communications.
- New York Farm Bureau Partner — Collaborates on industry events and advocacy efforts for New York dairy producers.
- Ostroff Associates Partner — Hired lobbying firm representing NEDPA in Albany and beyond.
- PRO-DAIRY Partner — Works with NEDPA to provide research-based insights to support farm decision-making.
- Phibro Animal Health Partner — Industry partner represented through a regional director who values NEDPA’s role in keeping agribusiness informed on critical dairy industry issues.
- Seneca Dairy Systems LLC Partner — Affiliate member that collaborates with NEDPA to support dairy farm families and local communities.
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collective Advocacy Modelmethodology: collective_advocacyBy uniting dairy producers and stakeholders into a unified voice, the organization increases its influence in policy debates and achieves better representation in state and regional decision-making, because collective action amplifies individual farmer impact and strengthens political legitimacy.
- Farmer-Driven Collaborative Resiliencemethodology: member-driven_collaborationBy centering farmers as leaders and decision-makers and fostering collaboration across producers and partners, the organization builds adaptive capacity and sector-wide resilience, because peer-driven networks enhance trust, information flow, and shared problem-solving in response to industry challenges.
- Sustainable Industry Integrationmethodology: sustainable-agriculture-collaborativeBy aligning economic efficiency, environmental responsibility, and consumer awareness within a collaborative industry model, systemic change is achieved because sustainability is treated as a multi-dimensional outcome dependent on interconnected stakeholder behaviors.