This month's Knowledge Exchange Partner article explores how proposed H-2A reforms and recent wage-rate changes could affect Northeast agricultural employers, including workforce access, labor costs, program flexibility and compliance—and what these evolving policies may mean for the future of farm labor.
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What Producers Need to Know About USDA's New Harvest Fuel Relief Program
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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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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Oyster Industry Outlook Webinar
Join Farm Credit East and Horizon Farm Credit as they host Bob Rheault for an outlook on oyster farming approaches, challenges and markets.
March 02, 2027
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Green Industry Outlook Webinar
Join Farm Credit East and Horizon Farm Credit as they host Texas A&M's Dr. Charlie Hall for a review of the green industry's operational and financial performance in 2026 and an outlook for 2027.
February 08, 2027
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Dairy Industry Outlook Webinar
Join Farm Credit East and Horizon Farm Credit as they host CoBank's Corey Geiger for an outlook on what's ahead for the dairy industry in 2027.
January 12, 2027
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Maple Industry Outlook Webinar
Join Farm Credit East and Horizon Farm Credit as they host Mark Cannella of the University of Vermont for a look at the Maple industry in 2027.
January 07, 2027
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