National cattle policy grabbed headlines in August as the market continues to defy principles of economics: beef prices at the grocery store continue to soar while the size of the national cattle herd struggles to keep up. This blog dives into the factors driving these market conditions and the steps producers can take in response.
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When people think of taxes, they typically think of their annual return. However, to best manage tax liabilities and optimize tax credits, tax planning should be an ongoing process. Even more so, over the past few years, several states in the Northeast, namely New York, have unprecedented tax incentive programs for businesses.
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The recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill marks a pivotal moment for risk management in American agriculture. Among the most farmer-friendly changes is the overhaul of the Whole Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) program — an insurance policy designed to provide a safety net for diversified farms based on their historic revenue.
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While we can’t predict the future, we can certainly plan for the unexpected, and crop insurance is an important tool to help producers do just that. Ag businesses that are eligible for crop or livestock insurance should consider the value risk management tools can provide. So, what are the next steps for protecting your investment with crop insurance?
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Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) Expanded Coverage: What Livestock and Dairy Producers Need to Know
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