Simply defined, liquidity is having cash or assets on hand to pay bills and expenses. Liquidity is particularly important in agriculture given the unique risks – from fluctuating commodity prices and weather volatility to regulatory constraints — along with the financial characteristics of agricultural businesses, including seasonality, family living needs and capital investment considerations.
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Handling State Tax Refunds from Business Tax Credits
With many taxpayers having filed their 2023 taxes, refunds are appearing in their bank accounts. There may be a question of what to do with these funds. Particularly for those in states that had an expansion of refundable credits generated from farm businesses.
May 29, 2024
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Celebrating National Ag Day with Highlights from the USDA Ag Census
On the first day of spring, we salute the hardworking farmers in the Northeast and across the nation as we celebrate National Agriculture Day.
March 19, 2024
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2024 Green Industry Outlook
Dr. Charlie Hall of Texas A&M University gives a Green Industry update and economic outlook for 2024, including a look back at 2022, landscape sector resilience, the varied profit levels seen across the industry in 2023 and look to the implication of new technology and innovation.
March 13, 2024
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2024 Northeast Apple Industry Outlook
The following report utilizes data from the U.S. Apple Association’s monthly storage survey (USAppleTracker) along with publicly available data on movement, trade and prices to unpack the season to date and see how markets are reacting to, what is by all accounts, a banner year.
March 11, 2024
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Are You Grant Ready?
Grants are competitive, but there’s a lot in your control to prepare for success. Read these helpful tips to get you started.
March 07, 2024
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