The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) has announced sweeping changes to federal crop insurance policies, effective for the 2026 and succeeding crop years. These updates, known as the Expanding Access to Risk Protection (EARP) Final Rule, are designed to modernize the farm safety net, reduce regulatory burdens, and expand coverage options for producers across the country.
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Maximizing Your Farm’s Bottom Line: Income and Expense Reporting
Filing farm taxes doesn’t have to be confusing. The IRS requires you to report all income unless specifically excluded, and only deduct expenses that are both ordinary—common in farming—and necessary—helpful for your business. Understanding these basics can save you time and stress.
October 27, 2025
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Partial Property Release - What You Need To Know
Have you heard the term partial property release and are wondering what it means and why you might want to split up your property? Today, we’re going to focus on what to do if you already own multiple parcels or a larger, single property and would like to split up or sell portions of the property.
January 12, 2024
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Farm Credit Connect: Your Digital Portal
Farm Credit Connect, Farm Credit East's customer portal provides customers with a secure environment to complete transactions and interact with their Farm Credit East team. Learn more about the features and benefits of using Farm Credit Connect to compliment your Farm Credit East relationship.
January 04, 2024
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New York Farm Overtime Credit – What you need to know Part II
Today, we continue the conversation about the New York Farm Overtime Credit by looking at helpful tips and potential pitfalls employers need to understand as they get ready for January 1, 2024.
December 29, 2023
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Energy Credits: A Look at Applicable Provisions for the 2023 Tax Year
As we look at applicable provisions for the 2023 tax year, two credits we get the most questions about as farm tax preparers are the Solar Energy Property Credit and the Clean Vehicle Energy Credit. Here we focus on these two credits, but also touch on other energy property credits to consider as you ready your 2023 year-end materials for your tax preparer.
December 27, 2023
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