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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Farm Labor Policy in Transition: Updates on SAWA, H-2A and AEWR

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.

October 5, 2026

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Business Tips and Tools
Data, Dollars and Decisions: Turning Financial Data into Confident Farm Decisions

Farmers have more production and financial data than ever, but using it effectively is the real challenge. Learn how partial budgeting can help evaluate investments, weigh income and expenses, and make confident business decisions. The GenerationNext program helps producers build the financial management skills needed to strengthen their farms for the future.

October 6, 2026

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Business Tips and Tools
Wine and Grape Outlook Webinar

Join Farm Credit East and Horizon Farm Credit as they host Andrew Adams, from WineBusiness Analytics, covering what's ahead for the wine and grape industry in 2027.

November 12, 2026

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Business Tips and Tools
5 Things for Maple Producers to Consider in 2025

Farm Credit East recently hosted a webinar with University of Vermont Extension Associate Professor, Mark Cannella, providing insights for the maple industry in 2025. As U.S. maple syrup production continues to grow, there are potential changes for the industry on the horizon.  Following are the key takeaways from this webinar. 

January 28, 2025

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Business Tips and Tools
Enhancing Your Data Security in 2025: 5 Essential Tips

In today's digital age, protecting your personal information is more important than ever. With cyber threats evolving rapidly, it's crucial to stay informed and take proactive measures to safeguard your data. Here are five essential tips to help you enhance your data security in 2025.

January 24, 2025

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Ag Economy
2025 Dairy Industry Outlook

Farm Credit East and Horizon Farm Credit hosted Dr. Christopher Wolf of Cornell University for an outlook on what 2025 may bring us in global dairy markets.

January 22, 2025

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Business Tips and Tools
NYS Paid Prenatal Leave: Effective 1/1/25

Starting January 1, 2025, the New York State Paid Prenatal Leave Law requires all private sector employers in New York State to provide their employees with 20 hours of Paid Prenatal Leave each year.

January 16, 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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