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Choice of Entity Structure for your Farm Business
When starting a new business, there are many challenges and considerations. While entity selection and structure may not be at the forefront for an entrepreneur, making an informed decision early can allow the focus to remain on the business operations and enable a smooth initial tax filing. Let’s examine some key structural considerations and tax implications.
August 29, 2025
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Crop Insurance
Protecting your Crop: The Value in the Micro Farm Policy for Diversified Farms
Whole Farm Revenue Protection is an important risk management tool for diversified farmers to insure all their crops and livestock in one insurance policy. However, for smaller-to-mid-sized specialty crop producers, the micro farm crop insurance policy is a subset of the whole farm policy that may be a better option. How does the micro farm policy differ from whole farm? Read on to learn more.
March 06, 2025
Ag Economy
Navigating the 2025 Potato Market: What’s in store for the year ahead?
With reduced U.S. production, lower prices and trade implications, the potato industry might face several challenges in the year ahead. Farm Credit East recently hosted a webinar providing a review of 2024 potato production and industry insights for 2025. Following are the key takeaways from this webinar.
March 04, 2025
Tax Talks
Claiming Federal Fuel Tax Credits in 2024: What Farmers Need to Know
Before filing your taxes for 2024, take a look to see if your farm operation can claim the Credit for Federal Tax Paid on Fuels. Today's blog covers the requirements, including a new Fuel Tax Credit Statement checklist which needs submitted as well.
February 27, 2025
Crop Insurance
Two Powerful Safety Nets for Dairy Producers – Are You Covered?
As dairy producers know all too well, the dairy industry is prone to significant volatility and risk. Fluctuations in milk prices, feed costs and other factors can wreak havoc on profit margins. Fortunately, there are two important risk management tools available to dairy operations.
February 25, 2025
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