The USDA Risk Management Agency has expanded fresh market pepper crop insurance coverage to additional counties in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Jersey, offering producers enhanced risk management tools aligned with production cycles and market conditions.
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Trump Accounts: A New Savings Option for Children
Trump Accounts officially kicked off July 4, 2026, offering a new way to save for a child’s future. A Trump Account is a traditional IRA with specific rules that enable families to start saving and investing for a child early with greater flexibility than a standard retirement account. Any child under age 18 with a Social Security number is eligible for a Trump Account.
July 28, 2026
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Tariff Relief Program Available for New York Producers
The Agricultural Resiliency Against Tariffs Program was recently appropriated $30 million to provide payments directly to agricultural producers. These payments range from $1,000 to $25,000 per entity. Timing is of the essence as there is an application process that currently runs through August 11.
July 01, 2026
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Celebrating Northeast Agriculture
This year’s National Ag Day is Tuesday, March 18. And this year, we celebrate the important role Northeast agriculture, commercial fishing and forest products plays in our everyday lives.
March 18, 2025
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Key Factors to Watch in the Dairy Market for 2025
Farm Credit East recently hosted a webinar with Christopher Wolf, of Cornell University, to provide a 2025 Dairy Industry Outlook. Trade issues and policy changes may lead to shocks affecting milk prices and feed costs. Below is a summary of 2024 milk production followed by important factors that will influence the industry in 2025.
February 04, 2025
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5 Things for Maple Producers to Consider in 2025
Farm Credit East recently hosted a webinar with University of Vermont Extension Associate Professor, Mark Cannella, providing insights for the maple industry in 2025. As U.S. maple syrup production continues to grow, there are potential changes for the industry on the horizon. Following are the key takeaways from this webinar.
January 28, 2025
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