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Business Tips and Tools

What Producers Need to Know About USDA's New Harvest Fuel Relief Program

Jeremy Forrett

Harvest often provides the clearest picture of a farm's financial performance. This year, many producers are balancing strong yields with continued pressure from fuel, input and operating costs. To help address those challenges, USDA recently announced the new Harvest Fuel Relief Program (HFR), a one-time $8 billion assistance program for agricultural producers. 

October 21, 2026

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Latest Tax Talk

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Tax Talks
Update: Diesel Fuel Tax Provisions

Earlier this month, Executive Order, Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel, was signed by the President with the purpose of deferring certain diesel fuel tax payment obligations and to provide penalty relief. As a result, the IRS acted and indicated it will not impose a penalty when dyed diesel fuel is sold for use or used on highways nationwide. 


October 22, 2026

Today's Harvest Blog

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Farm Credit
Employee Spotlight: A Day in the Life of a Regional Credit Leader

In today’s blog, learn about a Regional Credit Leader’s journey from a small dairy farm to leadership, the value he places on collaboration, and how his involvement in the Farm Credit East Young Professionals (YP) program helped shape his career. 

October 20, 2026

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Business Tips and Tools
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Trending Scams to Watch For

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time to recognize today’s evolving online threats and the steps everyone can take to stay safer. Every day, cybercriminals develop new ways to steal information, access accounts and trick people into sending money. Technology continues to evolve, but many scams still rely on a simple tactic: convincing someone to trust the wrong person.

October 14, 2026

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Business Tips and Tools
Data, Dollars and Decisions: Turning Financial Data into Confident Farm Decisions

Farmers have more production and financial data than ever, but using it effectively is the real challenge. Learn how partial budgeting can help evaluate investments, weigh income and expenses, and make confident business decisions. The GenerationNext program helps producers build the financial management skills needed to strengthen their farms for the future.

October 06, 2026

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Business Tips and Tools
Higher ARC and PLC Payments Are Coming: What Could They Mean for Your Farm?

For many crop producers, USDA's 2025 Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) payments are expected to arrive beginning in October 2026. While these payments can provide valuable financial support, they may also create new planning opportunities and tax considerations for your farm.

September 28, 2026

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