In this month's Knowledge Exchange Partner article, Andrew Adams, Senior Editor with WineBusiness Monthly examines the challenges facing U.S. wineries in 2027 as consumption declines, costs rise and competition intensifies and discusses how long-term success will depend on stronger hospitality, targeted marketing, customer relationships and technology investments as the industry approaches a smaller market.
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Employee Spotlight: A Day in the Life of Tax Specialist Phil Murphy
As a tax specialist with Farm Credit East's Financial Accounting Services (FAS) team, Phil helps agricultural businesses navigate everything from annual tax preparation and year-end planning to farm transitions and succession planning. While tax season is certainly a busy time, his work extends far beyond April deadlines.
November 3, 2026
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Apple Industry Outlook Webinar
Join Farm Credit East and Horizon Farm Credit as they host Chris Gerlach of USApple for a discussion on the prevailing trends and forces shaping the U.S. apple industry.
April 15, 2027
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Northeast Farmers: What to Know About New Disaster Recovery Grant Programs
Northeast farmers have faced significant challenges from severe weather events in recent years. For producers in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Maine impacted by weather-related losses in 2023 and 2024, funding has been made available to help recover losses, rebuild operations and strengthen long-term business resilience. The program is funded through USDA resources and administered by state departments of agriculture.
September 04, 2026
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Grants and Incentives for Northeast Agriculture
This document contains grants and other incentives available in the Northeast states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont as well as, for the first time, Pennsylvania. Please note that as grant programs often change, this list should not be viewed as a comprehensive compilation of all grant opportunities.
July 31, 2026
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Grants and Incentives for Northeast Agriculture
This report includes funding opportunities available in the eight states served by Farm Credit East: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont. Please note that as grant programs often change, this list should not be viewed as a comprehensive compilation of all grant opportunities.
July 31, 2025
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Grant Writing Success for New York Dairy Farmers
As the region celebrates Dairy Month this June, the New York agricultural community has even more reason to cheer: Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced that $21.6 million has been awarded to 103 farms through the Dairy Modernization Grant Program.
June 30, 2025
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