Farm Accounting & Taxes

RFD-TV tax expert Roger McEowen discusses the renewed tax provision and how cattle producers can take advantage of it to recover investments in heifer retention and herd expansion more quickly.
“Producers want those options for identification and traceability purposes that they were promised back in 2013, and that’s what made it controversial.”
“It touches almost every farm household. So, the reach is quite broad.”
“The regulations... set up a very complicated set of rules for both horse owners and event managers.”
Starting February 1, 2025, new regulations take effect that will expand the HPA to all breeds of horse and all types of horse events, including 4-H events.
BOI reaches the Supreme Court.
Rural areas across the United States are experiencing significant shortages of attorneys, CPAs and other tax professionals, creating “legal deserts” that hinder farmers and ranchers’ access to essential business services.
Before you turn the calendar to 2025, take a few moments to think through a few important tax planning matters for your farm or ranch.
RFD-TV Legal Expert Roger McEowen with Kansas’ Washburn School of Law breaks it down in his latest Firm to Farm blog post.
Legal issues can arise for farmers and ranchers when conducting business informally or in another state. RFD-TV Ag Law & Tax Expert Roger McEowen explores both topics in his latest Firm to Farm blog post.
RFD-TV ag law and tax expert Roger McEowen with the Washburn School of Law dives into common disputes over boundaries and conflicting surveys in agriculture.
Key legal & tax insights for farmers, like accumulated earnings tax, using 401(k) to start farming, ag data in court, and maximizing farm home-sale exclusions when selling your farm.