This month's Knowledge Exchange Partner article highlights how record harvests, shifting trade relations, and evolving biofuel policies are shaping U.S. agriculture. Despite low prices, strong exports and renewable fuel demand offer hope for market stability in 2026. Contributed by Tanner Ehmke, CoBank lead economist grain & oilseeds, and Jacqui Fatka, CoBank lead economist farm supply & biofuels.
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Farm Credit East Employees Give Thanks
As Thanksgiving approaches, we may find ourselves looking back on the past year and appreciating the many reasons to be grateful. Even when challenges arise, it’s important to recognize the good that surrounds us. With the spirit of reflection in mind, we wanted to share some thoughts of gratitude from Farm Credit East employees.
November 18, 2025
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2026 Apple Industry Outlook Webinar
Join Farm Credit East, Horizon Farm Credit and Chris Gerlach of the U.S. Apple Association to discuss the future of the apple industry. This webinar will take a deep dive into the prevailing trends and forces shaping the U.S. apple industry.
April 16, 2026
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Ag Economy
Takeaways from the 2024 Maple Outlook
Farm Credit East recently hosted a webinar with University of Vermont’s Mark Cannella who provided a glimpse into statistics and trends in North American maple syrup production and a look into the Maple syrup and sugar industry in 2024.
April 23, 2024
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2024 Forecast for the Northeast Green Industry
Farm Credit East recently hosted a webinar with Dr. Charlie Hall, of Texas A&M University, to review green industry (including nursery, greenhouse and sod industries) operational and financial performance in 2023 and provide a 2024 outlook. Read on for the key takeaways from this webinar.
April 16, 2024
Ag Economy
2024 Maple Industry Outlook Webinar
Farm Credit East hosted Mark Cannella of the University of Vermont for a look at the Maple syrup and sugar industry in 2024.
April 10, 2024
Ag Economy
2024 Forest Products Industry Outlook
Paul Jannke of Forest Economic Advisors joined Farm Credit East for a discussion on the 2024 economic outlook for the forest products industry.
April 09, 2024
Northeast Economic Engine
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