With 2026 in full swing, it’s time to make sure you understand the tax law changes introduced by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) last summer that take effect this year. At LattaHarris, we’ve been proactively monitoring these changes and how they can impact our clients. Donating grain to charities has historically been more tax advantageous than donating cash. However, OBBBA made the tax advantages greater, and we want to make sure our clients understand...read more

Our Tax Manager, Toni Dietz, recently attended the AAI Agribiz Showcase & Conference and the ISU Farm Transitions Conference, events that offered valuable insights into the latest agricultural innovations and provided essential continuing education for certified crop advisors. These conferences highlighted critical strategies for transitioning family farms and funding retirement, topics that remain a top...read more

We had our Chief Client Officer & Principal, Mackenzie Sprain talk with North Dakota Stockmen’s Association about positioning your operation with nine tax planning tips for 2026. Read the article below!

Our Senior Advisor for Agriculture & Technology, John McNutt, recently attended the 2025 AAPEX Conference in Tucson, Arizona. This event brought together industry leaders to discuss the current state of agriculture, shifting economic landscapes, and the rapid pace of technological advancement.  The conference featured a powerhouse lineup of speakers covering the industry’s most pressing topics. “We heard from Rabobank regarding...read more

Please enjoy this year end tax planning letter. 2025 Year End Letter  

Is Your Business Prepared for an I-9 Audit or ICE Visit? Immigration enforcement is increasing in 2025, and businesses of all sizes are being impacted. From formal audits to unannounced workplace visits, federal agencies are stepping up efforts to ensure employers are following I-9 employment verification rules. If your company hires employees, now is the...read more

To assist if you have any questions while you are using SafeSend please watch this video. If you still have questions, please contact our office and we can assist you.  

Big Change from the IRS: Moving Away from Paper Checks   The IRS has announced a new regulation that affects how taxpayers make their payments. The IRS has announced plans to discontinue accepting paper checks for federal tax payments in the near future, as part of a broader move toward electronic payments. While paper checks are...read more

We are proud of Mark Penningroth and Paul Yokas and their recent appearance on Agribusiness Episode #3: Accounting for Biological Assets Take a listen to enjoy the experts that we are lucy to have on our team!