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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Earlier this month, Executive Order, Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel, was signed by the President with the purpose of deferring certain diesel fuel tax payment obligations and to provide penalty relief. As a result, the IRS acted and indicated it will not impose a penalty when dyed diesel fuel is sold for use or used on highways nationwide.
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Livestock Industry Snapshot
Read our latest analysis of the current state of the livestock industry.
February 11, 2026
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Fruit Industry Snapshot
Read our latest analysis of the current state of the fruit and wine industry.
February 11, 2026
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Vegetable/Potato Industry Snapshot
Read our latest analysis of the current state of the vegetable industry, including potatoes.
February 11, 2026
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Aquatic/Fishing Industry Snapshot
Read our latest analysis of the current state of the fishing and aquatic industry.
February 11, 2026
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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