Agriculture Posts

Why Farmers Shouldn’t Panic About Late Planting

While flooding and heavy rainfall have some farmers worried about planting season, experts are optimistic US farmers can reach the national average.  
This article discusses why farmers should not hit the panic button when it comes to late planting.
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Pressure For the Wheat Market

Farmers should be aware of the weather premium and what to expect in the upcoming planting season.  
This article discusses the current state of the wheat industry.
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Tax Mistakes for Farmers to Avoid

Tax planning for farmers can be complex, and many farmers make tax mistakes that can hurt their finances.
This article discusses common farming tax mistakes and how to avoid them.
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Agriculture Opportunities in 2019

As planting season approaches, farmers must stay engaged and adjust their plans before they finalize their acreage mix.
This article discusses what to consider when planning acreage in 2019.
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https://www.agweb.com/article/2019-acreage-stay-engaged-watch-small-rallies-and-mind-profitability/

AI Will Bring Changes to Agriculture

The future of farming is likely to rely on technology that finds solutions to problems such as food shortages and land efficiency.
This article discusses how AI will bring a new “Green Revolution” to the agriculture industry.
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https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/article/does-ai-hold-key-to-new-green-revolution-in-agriculture/

2019 Farm Management

As the upcoming agricultural season approaches, farmers are faced with many challenges.
This article discusses solutions to seven uncertainties surrounding farm management in 2019.
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https://www.agriculture.com/farm-management/business-planning/7-tips-for-2019-farm-management

Determining Nondeductible Costs of Providing Employee Parking

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act eliminated employer business deductions for employee Qualified Transportation Fringe (QTF) benefit expenses paid or incurred after December 31, 2017. This includes the cost of providing parking to employees. A similar change now treats these costs as Unrelated Business Taxable Income for tax exempt employers. IRS Notice 2018-99 provides …

Farmer Resolutions for 2019

The new year gives farmers a chance to think about successful strategies from the previous year and what they can do to build on this success.
This article discusses resolutions for farmers as 2019 begins.
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https://www.agriculture.com/family/women-in-agriculture/new-years-resolutions

2019 Crops Impacted by the 2018 Farm Bill

The 2018 farm bill will take effect with 2019 crops, and there are many changes farmers should be aware of.
This article discusses the major points of the 2018 farm bill, including CRP growth and changes to P.L.C. reference prices.
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https://www.agriculture.com/news/business/10-things-to-know-about-the-2018-farm-bill