Ag Industry Trends & Outlooks

Discover insights, trends, ag market outlooks and other topical information as it relates to the Northeast's diverse agricultural industries. Brought to you by Knowledge Exchange from Farm Credit East.
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More Challenges Ahead in Grape and Wine Markets

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.

November 3, 2026

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Farm Credit
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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Business Tips and Tools
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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FarmStart and Beginning Farmers
FarmStart: Celebrating 20 Years

The first of its kind in the United States, Farm Credit East's FarmStart offers opportunities to early-stage producers with passion, drive and the skills to succeed with a new agricultural, fishing or forestry business venture. In this 20-year report, we celebrate the program and several current and graduated FarmStart participants.

October 05, 2026

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2025 Sustainability Report: Back to Our Roots

Farm Credit East is pleased to release its fourth annual corporate sustainability report: Back to our Roots.

April 14, 2026

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2024 Sustainability Report: Build Connections. Build Relationships. Build Community.

Farm Credit East is pleased to release its third annual corporate sustainability report: Build Connections. Build Relationships. Build Community.

May 30, 2025

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Business Tips and Tools
The 5 Cs of Credit for Young and Beginning Producers

Funding the startup of a new agriculture operation can be a tall task for any young or beginning producer. Remember the “5 Cs of credit” – a checklist of factors for young producers to consider when working to start and secure funding for a new agriculture business venture.

July 15, 2024

Northeast Economic Engine

Download Farm Credit East’s Northeast Economic Engine report, which analyzes the economic impact of the Northeast agriculture, forest products, commercial fishing and food manufacturing industries. This report was released in October 2024. 

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