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Farm Credit East, a member-owned lending and financial services cooperative, is currently accepting scholarship applications from high school seniors and college students with career aspirations in agriculture, commercial fishing and the forest products industries from across the association’s eight-state territory. Applications are due by March 19.
January 29, 2026
January 26, 2026
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Customer-owned and mission driven
There’s a difference between profit driven and mission driven – we prove it every day. Ask about our patronage program.
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Capacity to serve your needs.
We have the financing capacity to serve your needs today, stand by you when times are troubled and help you grow when the time is right. Explore financing and services.
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Supporting the future of agriculture.
We work for the next generation. If you plan to work in agriculture, we have a plan to help. Learn about our Beginning Farmer Programs.
Industry Trends & Education
This month’s Knowledge Exchange Partner article contributed by Mark Cannella, Extension Associate Professor at the University of Vermont, offers a broad look at the key forces influencing today’s U.S. maple industry. Steady production, evolving consumer demand, and ongoing economic pressures are reshaping the market landscape. These trends present both opportunities and challenges for producers as they navigate changing conditions. As the sector adjusts to these developments, thoughtful planning and adaptability will play an important role in sustaining long‑term growth and stability.
January 9, 2026