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Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) Second Payment: What It Is and What It Means for Your Farm

Jeremy Forrett

At Crop Growers, we focus on bringing clarity to complex programs so you can make the best decision for your business. USDA’s recent SDRP update has created confusion around “second payments.” Let’s dig into what this means. 

 

May 20, 2026

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Latest Tax Talk

Tax Talks
Capital Construction Fund: A Fisherman’s Guide to Building for the Future

If you’re a commercial fisherman planning to build, buy, lease or rebuild a vessel, the Capital Construction Fund (CCF) can be one of the most powerful tax planning tools available to you. The CCF lets you set aside income today, defer federal income tax and use that money later to invest in your fishing business. Let’s discuss the details of this program.

 

May 26, 2026

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Tax Talks
Beneficial Ownership Information: Who is Required to Report?

Earlier this year, Farm Credit East held a webinar reviewing The Corporate Transparency Act and the new Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements that went into effect on January 1, 2024. Several webinar attendees asked questions about how these requirements apply to different business structures.

September 24, 2024

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Crop Insurance
Assistance Available for Connecticut Producers Impacted by Flooding and Hail

Following recent flooding and hail events across Connecticut, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering the following programs to assist impacted farmers and livestock producers.

September 17, 2024

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Innovation and Emerging Markets
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture

AI’s integration into agriculture offers numerous benefits, from cost savings to improved sustainability and productivity, making it a transformative force in the industry. AI’s ability to process vast amounts of data quickly has led to significant advancements in agrifood systems.

 

September 10, 2024

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Crop Insurance
The Importance of Dairy and Other Livestock Insurance

With severe weather and natural disasters becoming increasingly common, safeguarding your agricultural investments is more crucial than ever. Discover how Crop Growers, Farm Credit East’s insurance provider, is empowering farmers with innovative insurance products like Livestock Gross Margin (LGM), Livestock Risk Protection (LRP), and Dairy Revenue Protection (DRP).

September 03, 2024

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