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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2026 Apple Industry Outlook: U.S. Apple Industry Hits Latest Inflection Point

This month's Knowledge Exchange Partner article contributed by Chris Gerlach, of USApple examined how the U.S. apple industry is undergoing a significant transition as shifting markets, changing production economics, and evolving consumer trends are reshaping the landscape.

April 1, 2026

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Crop Insurance
Beyond Dairy Revenue Protection: A Smarter Approach to Managing Dairy Risk

The dairy industry continues to face a highly volatile environment. Milk prices, feed costs, global demand shifts and weather variability all contribute to uncertainty in farm revenue. While risk is unavoidable, how producers manage that risk can have a meaningful impact on long‑term profitability and financial stability.

April 14, 2026

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Business Tips and Tools
2026 Apple Industry Outlook Webinar
Farm Credit East and Horizon Farm Credit recently hosted Chris Gerlach of USApple for a discussion on the prevailing trends and forces shaping the U.S. apple industry.

April 16, 2026

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Farm Credit
Farm Credit East Employees Give Thanks

Throughout the month of Thanksgiving, several Farm Credit East employees from across the association reflected on what it was they were thankful for in 2024 and beyond. 

November 26, 2024

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Tax Talks
Beneficial Ownership Information: How to File

As the December 31, 2024, deadline looms to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) as part of The Corporate Transparency Act, we wanted to make sure members are equipped with the information they need to file their information and remain compliant. The following are questions we’ve heard from customers.

November 18, 2024

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Farm Credit
2024 Virtual Customer Appreciation Meeting

Tuesday, Nov 12, 2024 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM EST

This 45-minute program provided cooperative updates from CEO Mike Reynolds and Board Chair John Knopf.

November 12, 2024

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Innovation and Emerging Markets
4 Steps to a Smarter Farm

As technology continues to advance, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other tools are becoming integral to agricultural operations. With many tools already available — and many others on the horizon — it can quickly become overwhelming to determine where to start. Read on for a practical approach to integrating technology into your operation. 

November 12, 2024

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