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Crop Insurance for Organic Farms: Time for Another Look?
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Dairy Risk Management
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2019 Milk Marketing Update
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Global Ag Trade Update
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Building a Strong Risk Management Plan
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Labor Unions and Collective Bargaining: What Farms Should Expect
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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2019 Milk Marketing Update

In this report, Farm Credit East is pleased to present viewpoints from two leading experts in the field of milk marketing: Dr. Mark Stephenson, Director of Dairy Policy Analysis at the University of Wisconsin, and Lucas Fuess, Director of Dairy Market Intelligence at HighGround Dairy.

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Dairy Risk Management

Do you have questions about the new Dairy Margin Coverage and the Dairy-Revenue Protection Program? Farm Credit East and Crop Growers, LLP hosted a webinar on Friday, June 14, for attendees to learn about available dairy risk management options offered by USDA and the Risk Management Agency.

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Crop Insurance for Organic Farms: Time for Another Look?

Organic farming is one of the fastest growing segments in Northeast agriculture, with organic sales tripling from 2012 to 2017, increasing from $322 million to $1.1 billion. The Risk Management Agency (RMA) recognizes this rapidly growing segment of agriculture and has dedicated extensive resources to expand the available crop insurance coverage for organic producers.


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Latest From Today's Harvest Blog

  • Innovating a traditional vegetable to capitalize on consumer trends

    LaJoie Growers, LLC, started growing beets in 2006 and were impressed with how the vegetable thrived in Maine’s cool climate. One test kitchen and many trials later, this family has turned the ordinary vegetable into a unique value-added product.

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  • What Are You Thankful For?

    As Thanksgiving approaches, we checked in to find out what some of our employees are thankful for. From gratitude for our hardworking customers to appreciation of their fellow teammates and Farm Credit East culture, read what they had to say. 

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  • Thankful for Our Veterans

    This Veterans Day, Farm Credit East thanks, honors and remembers all Americans who have answered the call to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces here at home and abroad. We pay special tribute to those who have served in all branches of the military, and those who have been injured while protecting our country.

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  • Tapping trees for more than just syrup

    Sap from a maple tree is about 98% water and 2% sugar – so what happens to all the water after making maple syrup? Sprague’s Maple Farms of Portville, NY, partnered with a conservationally-minded entrepreneur to turn this byproduct into a value-added product.

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  • Planning for the Tax Consequences of Every Business Decision

    When it comes time to file an annual tax return, too often ag producers face an unexpected tax bill that could have been alleviated — or at least anticipated — had appropriate planning taken place. Nick discusses why tax planning and it's timeliness are important in any business decision.

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  • Why I Came Back

    Max Glebocki's Farm Credit East career began a lot like the typical Farm Credit employee experience. A summer internship came first, followed by the association's Career Development Program, which led into a full-time position. But, as life continues, changes are inevitable, and he found his Farm Credit career headed for a short break. Max discusses his journey and the culture and relationships that led him back.

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  • Adding some spice to the Pioneer Valley

    Kitchen Garden Farm is a 50-acre certified organic vegetable farm that started out with CSA shares for passionate cooks. Today, the farm grows hundreds of varieties of vegetables. However, it's most known for its variety of more than 100 kinds of hot peppers and the unique value-added products the farm produces from those spicy delicacies.

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  • A guide to financing rural property in the Northeast

    Finding the perfect plot of land for future home construction, agricultural production or other investment purposes is a once in a lifetime opportunity for many rural property buyers. That’s why, when the opportunity arises, you need a lender you can depend on to help guide you through the process.

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  • Nature's Own Lawn Mowers

    Solar power is already a very clean, renewable energy source that serves an important role in reducing our carbon footprint. Yet, one forward-thinking farmer has found a way to make solar initiatives even more sustainable. This second post in our series highlighting innovation in Northeast agriculture explores the grazing of sheep on the grassy fields that lie below solar arrays.

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  • Do Deathbed Gifts Really Work?

    A previous Tax Talks post discussed how individuals can pass away with over $11.4 million worth of assets federally. The post also covered the benefits of passing assets through the estate process. This led some astute observers to ask about deathbed transfers, which is the topic of this post.

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  • Innovation at Work in Northeast Agriculture

    Northeast farmers, fishermen and foresters are great examples of innovators. To highlight their efforts, this is the first post in our series on innovative practices Northeast producers are undertaking to create value for their surrounding community and beyond. Our first story comes from Great Bay, NH, where Jay Baker has embraced a mission to not only grow the highest quality of oysters but improve the quality of the waters he farms.

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  • Farm Credit East collaborates with American Farmland Trust on access to farmland for the next generation

    Farming has always been about stewardship of the land for the next generation. As part of Farm Credit East's commitment to the future of agriculture,  we're pleased to support American Farmland Trust’s (AFT) Farmland for the Next Generation project.

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  • Made In Agriculture

    As a cooperative founded specifically to serve the credit needs of agriculture, commercial fishing and forest products, Farm Credit East is pleased to launch its new advertising campaign, “Made in Agriculture.”

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  • Bonus Depreciation Relief

    The IRS has provided guidance for taxpayers who wish to either make or revoke an election for bonus depreciation. This relief applies for property acquired after September 27, 2017, and placed in service for the tax year that includes September 28, 2017. The relief also applies to specified plants that are planted or grafted.

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  • Overcoming Ag Labor Challenges: Improved Employee Housing

    There’s no doubt finding and retaining skilled labor is a challenge. As part of our ag labor strategy series, learn how one operation has found success in retaining workers by improving their employee housing.

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  • A Summer with Farm Credit: An intern's perspective

    This year, we were fortunate to have 17 interns join our team who brought tremendous value to Farm Credit East and our customers by providing fresh ideas, creative solutions and a spark of innovation in how we operate.

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