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5
Mar

“Fire Fighting” - or - “Fire Prevention?” Focusing Your Efforts on Preventing Fires Instead of Fighting Them

March 05, 2019

By: Mike Reynolds

As businesses grow, business owners need to adjust their roles and limit themselves to wearing fewer hats. Mike Reynolds, Farm Credit East Chief Business Officer, discusses how successful business owners need to delegate some things on their long list of responsibilities so they can focus their time and energy on other priorities.

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Posted In: Business Tips and Tools

Tags: business management, business planning, communication, consulting, employee management, farm management, leadership, return on investment
26
Feb

Immigration Enforcement at the Worksite

February 26, 2019

By: Kendra Sena

Federal immigration enforcement actions at places of business have increased exponentially in the last year. Do you know what to do if immigration officers come to your business? The Rural Law Initiative of Albany Law School has developed an info sheet to help you understand your rights and responsibilities when it comes to immigration enforcement at your business.

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Posted In: Business Tips and Tools

Tags: administration, employee management, immigration, labor, risk management
15
Jan

Avoid the Pitfalls of Buying Rural Property

January 15, 2019

By: Rebecca Stone

Rural properties have many features that make them appealing to buyers, but also come with a unique set of considerations when choosing the right property. To avoid the pitfalls of buying your piece of paradise, check out these 10 rural property tips.

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Posted In: Business Tips and Tools

Tags: country living, estate management, estate planning
10
Jan

Trucking Compliance for Northeast Agriculture, Forest Producers, and Commercial Fishing

January 10, 2019

By: Chris Laughton

Are you in compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations? Read a summary from a recent webinar hosted by Farm Credit East that helped navigate these ever-changing laws and certain agricultural exemptions.

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Posted In: Business Tips and Tools

Tags: capacity, equipment, expenses, insurance, record keeping, regulations