Big Jump From 2024: This year’s farm income forecast is estimated at $180.1 billion!

Net farm income is projected to rebound this year with a 30% increase over 2024, largely fueled by disaster and economic government assistance.

Farm CPA Paul Neiffer spoke with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander on the dramatic jump, the sectors impacted, and the big takeaway for producers.

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