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.
In response to Governor Andrew Cuomo’s order, the New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) issued guidance on June 4, 2020, pertaining to the resumption of outdoor, on-premises service of alcoholic beverages and/or food.
Many businesses are rapidly pursuing the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans because of the amount of immediate cash to offset gaps in short-term cash flow. Gregg McConnell, Farm Credit East business consultant, explains some possible areas of opportunity for wineries and other similar retail businesses with the Employer Retention Credit as an alternative.
Summer is in full swing, and with it, local farmers and fishermen are hard at work producing the fresh, quality agricultural and seafood products we all enjoy. Celebrate the bounty of Northeast agriculture by visiting local farmers’ market and ag retail locations.
