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2021 Northeast Fisheries Outlook
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Northeast Agriculture: 2021 Insights & Perspectives
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2021 U.S. Dairy Situation and Outlook
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Northeast Agriculture: 2021 Insights & Perspectives

This report provides an economic analysis and papers on agriculture, commercial fishing and the forest products industry.
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2021 Lumber Market Outlook

North American lumber markets soared to record levels in 2020, driven higher by strong end-use market consumption and supply side constraints. Will we see another record year in 2021? Paul Jannke of Forest Economic Advisors will discuss demand side drivers for lumber markets, whether or not supply will respond to the high prices and what he expects for lumber markets in 2021-22.

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2021 Northeast Fisheries Outlook

In this Knowledge Exchange Partner article, John Sackton, founder of Seafood.com News, provides an update and outlook on the commercial fishing industry, including profitability and environmental regulation.

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Latest From Today's Harvest Blog

  • 2021 Greenhouse & Nursery Snapshot

    2020 was an exceptional year for the green industry overall. Check out this blog for a quick snapshot of the greenhouse and nursery industries.

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  • 2021: A Good Time for an Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust?

    Farm Credit East Senior Tax Consultant, Dario Arezzo, explains the benefit of an Intentionally Defective Grantor Trust for estate planning and generational transfer purposes, as well as the tax implications.

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  • 2021 Dairy Industry Snapshot

    2020 was a tough year for many agricultural sectors, with dairy being one of the most affected. 2021 seems to offer little improvement, however there are always many factors to consider.

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  • Importance of Mental Health

    This past year has been exceptionally difficult on our mental health. Farm Credit East's Compensation and Benefits specialist, Crystal Bernardes, outlines some important suggestions and guidelines to keep your mental health in check during these difficult times.

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  • Liquidity is Essential in Turbulent Times

    Originally published in Hoard's Dairyman, this article by Roger Murray, Farm Credit East Chief Marketplace Officer, touches on the importance of maintaining adequate financial liquidity in your dairy operation.

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  • Don't Overlook the Employee Retention Credit

    Dario Arezzo explains the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) in more detail, helping business owners understand if they qualify and providing helpful examples for tax purposes.

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  • 8 Tips to Keep Your Information Secure

    Cyber scams are becoming all too common. To protect yourself and your information, awareness is your number one defense. Always be on alert and stay vigilant. Following are a few more things to look out for and tips to keep your information safe.

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  • Best Laid Plans

    Mike Reynolds reflects on his first year as Farm Credit East CEO, and how even the best laid plans can get re-routed.

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  • 6 Tips for Strong Passwords

    A strong password is possibly your greatest precaution to keeping your information safe. It is the first line of defense against hackers, who have become increasingly good at decoding passwords and compromising your accounts. Learn six tips to help you create strong passwords.

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    COVID-19 Relief Bill and Year-end Tax Planning

    In this week's blog, Dario Arezzo explains some of the provisions detailed in the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021, passed by Congress on December 21 and signed into law by the president on December 27.

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  • Holiday Ag Sales in 2020

    As 2020 — and with it the traditionally busy holiday season — comes to a close, how have Northeast farmers, producers and growers fared? How has COVID-19 impacted sales and the customer experience? Take a look at a few key holiday staple items and how COVID-19 has impacted their sales.

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  • Stay vigilant! Protect yourself from heightened scams

    Cyber scams are becoming all too common. Stay informed on common scams to protect your personal information from being compromised, and view resources that could help in the event of identity theft.

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  • Key Insights for Dairy Producers to Consider for 2021 Planning

    Dr. Marin Bozic of the University of Minnesota recently presented a webinar that analyzed 2020's impact on dairy markets, looked at current and future dairy markets and discussed risk management strategies for the coming year. 

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  • Virtual Appreciation for Customer Owners

    This year, even though our in-person meals transitioned to a gift card, speakers gave their presentations to a virtual audience, and our cars stayed parked in the garage, we still felt our 60-minute program showcased Farm Credit East’s appreciation for customers.

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  • A Thanksgiving Message from the CEO

    "While 2020 has been a year like no other, we still have so much to be thankful for. I am thankful for Northeast producers’ unwavering efforts to provide for their communities and beyond during this unprecedented year. I am also grateful to lead a dedicated team committed to serving those producers. While these are things I am thankful for every year, this year that 'thanks' took on a whole new meaning." — CEO Mike Reynolds

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    Control of the Senate will determine tax policy

    What could the recent election mean for tax policy? Senior Tax Consultant Dario Arezzo outlines a few possibilities, dependent on two special elections in January 2021.

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