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Aug

Stewards of the Land: A Massachusetts’ farm’s road to net zero

August 10, 2021

By: Kristie Matuszewski

Today begins a four-part series highlighting Northeast agricultural producers who have implemented various practices to benefit the environment. We’ll kick off the series at Russell Orchards Farm Store and Winery, a 120-acre fruit and vegetable farm in Ipswich, Massachusetts.

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Posted In: Innovation and Emerging Markets

Tags: efficiency, environmental regulation, regulations, renewable energy, solar energy, solar power
22
Apr

Northeast Producers are Implementing Environmentally-Friendly Practices

April 22, 2021

By: Chris Laughton

As we celebrate Earth Day, we at Farm Credit East wanted to highlight Northeast producers who have implemented environmentally friendly practices in their operations. We believe few are more committed to the health of our land, air and water than those who work farms, forests and waterways every day — and we want to share their stories!

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Posted In: Farm Credit

Tags: recycle, renewable energy, solar energy, solar power, wind energy, wind power, efficiency
1
Oct

Nature's Own Lawn Mowers

October 01, 2019

By: Heather Hunt

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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Posted In: Innovation and Emerging Markets

Tags: land management, livestock, renewable energy, real estate, solar energy, solar power, stewardship
25
Jun

The differences between loan or lease financing options

June 25, 2019

By: Kristie Matuszewski

Farm Credit East offers various financing options, including leasing. A lease may be a beneficial option to preserve operating capital, especially when taking on a new project or making a large purchase.

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Posted In: Business Tips and Tools

Tags: equipment, estate management, financing, land leasing, lease, tax planning, solar power