In this month’s Knowledge Exchange Partner article, Corey Geiger of CoBank, reviews the U.S. dairy markets. It enters the rest of 2026 with renewed optimism as improving margins, strong protein demand, and record export activity reshape the outlook. At the same time, rapid butterfat growth, global uncertainty, and market volatility signal the need for strategic risk management ahead.
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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Mental Health Resources for Agriculture
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and for those in agriculture, recognizing the importance of mental health is crucial. The industry faces unique stressors like weather and economic uncertainty, coupled with the demanding nature of farm work. Farm Credit East and its partners are committed to providing tools and guidance to help farmers, fishers, foresters and their families manage these challenges.
May 12, 2026
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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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Keep Your Online Information Safe: 3 Security Habits You Can Start Today!
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Farm Credit East’s security team is working to educate customers and staff about security best practices to use in their work and personal lives. There are a few things you can implement today to keep you and your information safe.
October 12, 2023
Crop Insurance
Risk Management Agency Develops New Policy for Apple Producers
The Risk Management Agency’s (RMA) Apple Crop Insurance Policy has become a mainstay of risk management in the United States apple industry. The working relationship between apple producers and RMA has resulted in a program that met most of the industry’s needs.
October 02, 2023
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Farm Credit East Offices Closed October 9
Farm Credit East offices will be closed on Monday, October 9, in observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day.
October 02, 2023
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Agricultural Economic Outlook: What Do Futures Markets Say About 2024?
This month's Knowledge Exchange Partner gives an overview of select futures markets as part of a 2024 agricultural economic outlook. Compiled by Farm Credit East's Director of Knowledge Exchange, Chris Laughton.
October 01, 2023
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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