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Get your Operations Ready for 2026: Mackenzie’s Nine Tax Planning Tips to Position your Operation in 2026.

Zach Cochran | March 10th, 2026

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!

Don’t Leave Tax Dollars in the Field: Former Ag Secretary Mike Johanns on the R&D Credit for Farmers

Zach Cochran | March 4th, 2026

John McNutt’s Experience at the AAPEX Conference

Zach Cochran | February 26th, 2026

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

Year End Tax Letter

Bethe | December 11th, 2025

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

Benefits to Farmers of Paying a Q4 Estimate in January Rather than Filing by March 1

Bethe | December 2nd, 2025

Benefits to Farmers of Paying a Q4 Estimate in January Rather than Filing by March 1 When it comes to paying tax estimates, the IRS recognizes that farmers’ income is seasonal and doesn’t require them to pay in estimates quarterly. Instead, they’re allowed to either pay one fourth quarter estimate due January 15 and have...read more

Is Your Business Prepared for an I-9 Audit or ICE Visit?

Bethe | November 4th, 2025

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

Safe Send Organizer Client Experience (Video)

Bethe | November 4th, 2025

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

Bethe | September 21st, 2025

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

Agribusiness Episode #3: Accounting for Biological Assets

Bethe | September 2nd, 2025

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!

Highlights of the One Big Beautiful Bill

Bethe | July 17th, 2025

On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)—a sweeping tax reform package that affects individuals, businesses, and estates. This legislation makes permanent many provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) and introduces new opportunities and challenges for tax planning. We’ve summarized the most impactful changes...read more

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