Discover key trends shaping the 2026 oyster industry in this Knowledge Exchange Partner article, 2026 Oyster Industry Outlook, Bob Rheault, Executive Director of East Coast Shellfish Growers Association dives into modern farming innovations, shifting markets, the future of this iconic seafood and how growers are adapting.
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From Farm to Forest to Dock: The Northeast’s $225B Economic Engine
As we celebrate National Agriculture Day on March 24, we recognize the contributions of the hardworking agriculture, commercial fishing and forest products producers to our everyday lives here in the Northeast and beyond.
March 24, 2026
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2026 Apple Industry Outlook Webinar
Join Farm Credit East, Horizon Farm Credit and Chris Gerlach of the U.S. Apple Association to discuss the future of the apple industry. This webinar will take a deep dive into the prevailing trends and forces shaping the U.S. apple industry.
April 16, 2026
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Crop Insurance
Risk Management Gets a Boost: LRP Beef on Dairy Coverage Explained
Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) is a federally subsidized risk management program designed to protect against a decline in livestock prices, allowing producers to set a price floor and mitigate risk from marketplace volatility.
July 22, 2025
Public Policy
One Big Beautiful Bill: Understanding the Northeast Agricultural Impact
Farm Credit East hosted a webinar on Monday, July 21, diving into the most relevant provisions for Northeast businesses and producers. This webinar also covered impacts on agricultural programs, including commodity pricing and beginning farmer programs.
July 21, 2025
Crop Insurance
Proactive Strategies for Business Success: Protecting your investment with crop insurance
While we can’t predict the future, we can certainly plan for the unexpected, and crop insurance is an important tool to help producers do just that. Ag businesses that are eligible for crop or livestock insurance should consider the value risk management tools can provide. So, what are the next steps for protecting your investment with crop insurance?
July 15, 2025
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Farm Credit East Champions Tax Credits for Connecticut Farmers
Cooperative teamwork played a key role in Connecticut’s budget success, delivering meaningful gains for Northeast agriculture. Farm Credit East members and leaders championed the investment tax credit (ITC). This month’s Knowledge Exchange Partner article highlights new tax credits for Connecticut farmers and similar opportunities in New York and Maine.
July 10, 2025
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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