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2023 Northeast Wine Grape Outlook

Farm Credit East Knowledge Exchange

Our recently published, 2023 Northeast Wine Grape Outlook, written by Hans Walter-Peterson, Senior Viticulture Extension Specialist Cornell Cooperative Extension, reviews recent years of grape production, and a forecast of what is to come for 2023.

March 28, 2023

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Latest Tax Talk

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Tax Talks
Celebrating 50 Years of Providing High Value Financials Services to Northeast Agriculture

Farm Credit East is proud to be the Northeast’s premier financial services provider, serving the needs of over 18,000 producers involved in farming, fishing, forestry and agribusinesses. 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of Farm Credit East’s financial services offerings. 

March 28, 2023

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Business Tips and Tools
Five Things to Consider when Starting a New Ag Business

Understanding the opportunities and obstacles before beginning a new business is key to success. FarmStart advisor Samantha Stoddard dives into critical questions entrepreneurs should ask themselves before making the leap.

October 20, 2020

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Business Tips and Tools
Happy 'Get Smart About Credit' Day!

Today is Get Smart About Credit Day! Senior Loan Officer, Jason Hoagland, prepares you for the loan application process by going over the 5 Cs of credit: Character, Capital, Capacity, Conditions and Collateral.

October 15, 2020

Business Tips and Tools
Understanding Producer Price Differential on your Milk Check

The dairy industry has been impacted by many factors during COVID-19, but perhaps the largest is the uncertainty in milk price. Gregg McConnell explains some basics about milk price, Producer Price Differential and producer premiums.

July 10, 2020

Business Tips and Tools
Tips to prepare for your farm purchase loan request

Making a large purchase in life can be both exciting and a bit nerve-racking. Buying a farm is no different. In many ways, applying for a farm loan is quite similar to that of a home loan, but there are still some important differences you should be aware of when preparing for your purchase.

June 11, 2020

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