Farm CPA breaks down new USDA rules surrounding climate-smart crops as biofuel

USDA has released an interim rule for climate-smart crops used as biofuel feedstocks. It comes following newly released guidance from the IRS on the 45Z tax credit, which left many producers calling for clarity.

Farm CPA Paul Neiffer spoke with RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender on the 45Z credit details, any missing guidance, and how much producers can expect to get.

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