Feature Stories

Nanotechnolgy...agricultures next "industrial" revolution. Potential applications abound for crop management, food safety, packaging and more. The future of nano-what, did you say?

China Weighs In ..and tips the economic scales right here in the Northeast. The ripple effects hit U.S. agriculture in several sectors. So how exactly can a country almost 7,000 miles away influence agriculture in the northeastern United States?

Food Allergies Demand the Attention of All Food Producers and Marketers   There are now an estimated 12 million Americans who suffer from food allergies, double the number from just 10 years ago. Awareness of food ingredients — in fresh and processed foods alike — is reality for people who are afflicted with serious or life-threatening allergies to common foods.

Carbon Trading... and what it means for Northeast agriculutre. What’s your operation’s “carbon profile?” Do you know how to “trade” in greenhouse gases? Or how many “credits” you might have?

Reaching Out Successful Northeast farming, forestry and fishing businesses work within their communities to create dialog and understanding on both sides of the fence.

Innovative Opportunities for Northeast Agriculture and Forestry Profound changes sweeping across the Northeast are fueling innovation for the introduction of exciting new crops and products that could change the future of agriculture, forestry and rural America — energy biomass and bioproducts.

Q & A with Doug Sims: With imagination & business skill ... Bright Future ahead for Farmers & Cooperatives

Agritourism: Putting a Face on Northeast Agriculture
On-farm visits create a memorable experience for consumers while helping farm businesses earn higher profits

Pleasant View Gardens: "Proven Winners" in more ways than one! Branding, creative marketing and premium pricing place N.H. greenhouse business at the top of its class.

Farmers Markets Enjoy Huge Surge in Popularity
Consumers and communities benefit with locally grown alternatives — and so do farmers, with direct access to customers and a great way to supplement income

Northeast ag businesses thrive in the global marketplace Opportunities abound in almost every market sector.

The Power of Collaboration Vintners, farmers, restaurateurs speak with one voice to showcase New York's agricultural abundance.

McMahon Thoroughbreds From "No Cows?" to a Derby Winner
McMahon Thoroughbreds earns nationwide fame, but it's still a family farm — and a loyal Farm Credit customer.

What's Your PR Strategy?
Every farm should have one. Here's why ... and here's what to do.

Why you need financial statements to successfully manage your business ... and how Farm Credit can help!
The importance of keeping adequate business records cannot be overemphasized. Without accurate and up-to-date financial records, you cannot determine how well your business is doing or where it is going.

Your action plan for a smooth transition
Only 10 percent of family businesses survive into the third generation, and more than 50 percent fail in the second generation. Learn how to improve your odds of making a smooth transition.

Managing your land
When forever is a long, long time: 8 questions to ask before you sell your development rights.

Avoiding common management mistakes
Improving communication can turn employee problems around.

Can outsourcing sharpen your competitive edge?
Accurate records, a visit with Farm Credit and AgChek™ software can help you find the answer.

Building a Happy Retirement
Part I — It takes careful planning, time and off-farm investments. Part 2 — How to make investments work harder for you.

Risk Management: What's the Buzz About?
What is risk management? And what does it mean to your business?

The Entrepreneurial Spirit: Do You Have It?
Entrepreneurs have a special spirit. See how you compare to these four very special entrepreneurs.

Just ask Joe ... Management reports do a lot more than count beans!
Whatever your goals, you can achieve them by making the right connection between your goals and your two most important management reports: your income statement and your balance sheet.

Customer. Stockholder.
When you join Farm Credit, you assume both roles, which makes for a highly rewarding long-term relationship. Two farmers tell their story: one's family has partnered with Farm Credit for three generations. The second is a young and energetic first-time borrower with a new dairy farm.

A Farm Credit lease: Quick. Convenient. Cost effective.
A New York farmer explains why Farm Credit equipment leases are good for his highly specialized business.

Manage the weather ... Sign up for crop insurance.
How "weather management" insurance can protect your financial well-being from virtually any natural disaster.

A salute to First Pioneer's diverse customer base.
Profiles of two nontraditional agricultural businesses: a timber operation and a ditch-and-tile business.

     Nanotechnolgy
     China Weighs In...
     Food Allergies Demand Attention
     Carbon Trading
     Reaching Out
     Innovative Opportunities...
     Doug Sims Q&A
     Agritourism...
     Technology...
     Farmers Markets
     Global marketplace
     Power of Collaboration      McMahon Thoroughbreds
     PR Strategy...
     Why you need financial...
     Smooth transition
     Managing your land
     Avoiding common mgt....
     Can outsourcing...
     Building a Happy..(Part 1)
     Building a Happy..(Part 2)
     Risk Management...
     Entrepreneurial Spirit...
     Business Reports Help ...
     Customer. Stockholder.
     Farm Credit Lease
     Crop Insurance
     Diverse Customer Base

© 1999-2007 First Pioneer Farm Credit, ACA. All rights reserved.