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Your agricultural business is your livelihood, and Farm Credit East is here to help. Knowledge Exchange gives you access to the financial and management knowledge and expertise you need to enhance and strengthen your business.

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Ensure You're Prepared for PPP Loan Forgiveness

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International Trade Update

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2020 Grants and Incentives for Northeast Agriculture

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Steering Clear of Scams

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Farm Credit East Industry Snapshots – July 2020

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Grants and Incentives for Northeast Agriculture

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2020 Grants and Incentives for Northeast Agriculture

This report contains grants and other incentives available in the Northeast states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island serviced by Farm Credit East. The listings include grant programs, tax incentives and loan programs from various funding sources available to agricultural producers and other entities involved in agriculture or related industries. Please note that as grant programs often change, this list should not be viewed as a comprehensive compilation of all grant opportunities.

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Ensure You're Prepared for PPP Loan Forgiveness

Farm Credit East will be holding a PPP loan forgiveness update Wed., September 30 at 9AM. The webinar will provide a recap and update on the PPP loan forgiveness process and what producers should plan for going forward. This session will be recorded. Join the webinar September 30 at 9AM.

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International Trade Update

Director of Knowledge Exchange, Chris Laughton, discusses international trade and its effect on U.S. agriculture in recent years. China, the European Union, Canada and Mexico’s relations with the U.S. are discussed.

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New York State Sick Leave Program Begins September 30

Earlier this year, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill enacting a new Paid Sick Leave Program effective January 1, 2021. However, employers must begin accruing sick leave on September 30, 2020. Accounting Associate Lillian Crast outlines what this may mean for New York State businesses going forward.

USDA Announces New Round of CFAP Payments

On September 17, USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue announced an expansion of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, known as “CFAP 2,” following the first round of coronavirus assistance which opened in May 2020. Chris Laughton outlines eligibility for assistance under CFAP 2.

USDA Regulatory Changes on 'Actively Engaged in Farming' Definition

In the second of a two-part series, Farm Credit East tax specialist Dario Arezzo explains Farm Service Agency eligibility changes, specifically recent changes to USDA regulatory changes on the “Actively Engaged in Farming” definition.

Payroll Deferral Update: the risks and benefits of employers’ options

On August 8, President Trump issued an executive order allowing employers to defer withholding and payment of certain employee portions of Social Security taxes. Read more for a big picture overview of employer considerations.

Payroll laws are ever-changing — are you keeping up?

Payroll laws are ever changing, especially with recent changes from COVID-19 and the CARES Act — do you feel you’re keeping up? It’s crucial businesses stay up-to-date with payroll taxes and regulations to avoid hefty fines and penalties. Learn more about some of the ag payroll specifics that businesses should be aware of from payroll subject matter expert Lillian Crast.

FSA Eligibility Changes

In the first of a two-part series, Farm Credit East tax specialist Dario Arezzo explains Farm Service Agency eligibility changes, specifically recent changes to USDA benefit limits based on Adjusted Gross Income.

Building Your Career: A New Employee's Viewpoint

Farm Credit East recruiting manager, Max Glebocki, recently sat down with two co-workers to discuss career journeys and how they've gotten where they are today. Today, we'll hear from Austin Weaver, an accounting associate in the Geneva, N.Y., office.

Building Your Career: A Tenured Employee's Viewpoint

Farm Credit East recruiting manager, Max Glebocki, recently sat down with two co-workers to discuss career journeys and how they've gotten where they are today. First, we'll hear from Cynthia Stiglitz, branch manager of the Middleboro, Mass. office.

Fly the plane with your eyes open — and see the landing strip through good recordkeeping

Good records are not complicated, but they do require attention, commitment and education. We might not understand how to keep accurate books, Chris Anderson encourages businesses not to clear away the fog and help your business see the landing strip ahead.

A 'Different' Summer Internship

“Different” has been a recurring theme for 2020 so far, and Farm Credit East internships are no exception. Seth Browe explains how Farm Credit East adapted traditional summer experiences into virtual, professional development.

PPP Expenses + Milk Base Purchase = Unexpected Tax Bill?

2020 is shaping up to be one of the most interesting tax years in a long time. Between USDA payments, PPP funds and everything in between, it will be critical for farmers to stay up to date on projected year-end numbers to avoid an unpleasant tax surprise. Dario Arezzo illustrates the importance of situational awareness this tax year.

USDA Expands Coronavirus Food Assistance Program to Cover More Specialty Crops

The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program was designed to help compensate farmers for the market disruptions that occurred in the early stages of COVID-19. Read about the program and two notable exceptions for Northeast apple and potato growers.

Not Making a Decision can be the Worst Decision: How to make farm succession actionable

There are many reasons to begin your farm business succession plan, especially as you approach your “golden years.” While difficult decisions may be involved, Farm Business Consultant Jon Jaffe explains that making those decisions is often better than doing nothing at all.

Understanding Producer Price Differential on your Milk Check

The dairy industry has been impacted by many factors during COVID-19, but perhaps the largest is the uncertainty in milk price. Gregg McConnell explains some basics about milk price, Producer Price Differential and producer premiums.

Northeast Producers Committed to Serving Local Communities

We have witnessed tremendous resilience among Northeast producers these past few months, and as summer kicks into full swing, it’s important to to thank and support local farmers, commercial fishermen and forest products producers.

An Early Season Check-in for Northeast Fruit and Vegetables Markets: The impacts of COVID-19 and beyond

Farm Credit East recently hosted a webinar featuring a panel of experts to discuss the Northeast's fruit and vegetables industries, and how COVID-19 has impacted markets. This post summarizes their discussion on a multitude of topics, including supply and demand, consumer preferences, costs, marketing and labor challenges, as well as future outlook predictions.

Reports

2020 Grants and Incentives for Northeast Agriculture

Webinars

Ensure You're Prepared for PPP Loan Forgiveness

Knowledge Exchange Partner

International Trade Update

Latest From Today's Harvest Blog

New York State Sick Leave Program Begins September 30

USDA Announces New Round of CFAP Payments

USDA Regulatory Changes on 'Actively Engaged in Farming' Definition

Payroll Deferral Update: the risks and benefits of employers’ options

Payroll laws are ever-changing — are you keeping up?

FSA Eligibility Changes

Building Your Career: A New Employee's Viewpoint

Building Your Career: A Tenured Employee's Viewpoint

Fly the plane with your eyes open — and see the landing strip through good recordkeeping

A 'Different' Summer Internship

PPP Expenses + Milk Base Purchase = Unexpected Tax Bill?

USDA Expands Coronavirus Food Assistance Program to Cover More Specialty Crops

Not Making a Decision can be the Worst Decision: How to make farm succession actionable

Understanding Producer Price Differential on your Milk Check

Northeast Producers Committed to Serving Local Communities

An Early Season Check-in for Northeast Fruit and Vegetables Markets: The impacts of COVID-19 and beyond

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