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Proactive Strategies for Business Success: Tax planning early and often
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.
September 15, 2026
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Higher ARC and PLC Payments Are Coming: What Could They Mean for Your Farm?
For many crop producers, USDA's 2025 Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) payments are expected to arrive beginning in October 2026. While these payments can provide valuable financial support, they may also create new planning opportunities and tax considerations for your farm.
September 28, 2026
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Northeast Farmers: What to Know About New Disaster Recovery Grant Programs
Northeast farmers have faced significant challenges from severe weather events in recent years. For producers in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Maine impacted by weather-related losses in 2023 and 2024, funding has been made available to help recover losses, rebuild operations and strengthen long-term business resilience. The program is funded through USDA resources and administered by state departments of agriculture.
September 04, 2026
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Connecticut Farmers: Put the New 20% Investment Tax Credit to Work
Back in July 2025, we provided some insights into the new 20% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) that Connecticut Farmers can take advantage of starting in 2026. Recently, the state put out some additional guidance on the credit. Today’s blog will review the overall credit and the additional guidance so that farmers can plan for the new changes.
August 31, 2026
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A Smarter Safety Net: What the New USDA Payment Rules Mean for Your Farm
Effective with the 2026 crop year, USDA has updated payment limitations and eligibility rules. This change modernizes how benefits are calculated and who qualifies, providing more flexibility for today’s farm operations.
June 30, 2026
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