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(Washington, D.C., April 17, 2020) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). This new U.S. Department of

As part of the CARES Act stimulus package, Congress established the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to provide forgivable loans to small businesses, non-profits, sole proprietors

April 21st Update: Just announced: Senate passes bill allowing small ag businesses relief through disaster loan eligibility.   Following a close analysis of the CARES

By Jeanne Bernick Farm business owners don’t have the luxury of putting their heads in the sand during a crisis. They have the health and

While President Trump has declared a National Emergency on the federal level in response to COVID-19, it is dependent upon the Governor of each affected

USDA Secretary Perdue called the January 15, 2020 China Trade Agreement a “bonanza” for U.S. ag, but it could be a while before farmers reap

Are you taking advantage of every potential opportunity through USDA programs? Deadlines are right around the corner. Final Opportunity – Sign Up for Conservation Reserve

With an honest viewpoint heading into 2020, there is no sharp improvement or further downturn ahead. Many farmers deem ‘selling land’ as unthinkable. K·Coe’s ag

“Joining forces with another farm can increase efficiencies or offer opportunities of scale,” advises Maxson Irsik of K·Coe Isom. The Benefits of Mergers, Joint Ventures

Typically, we think of the importance of tax tips and planning when things are going very well for the industry because it equates to higher

For many agribusinesses, it’s almost time to close the books on 2019 and start planning for next year. We often advise clients on the importance

With most farmers or ranchers spending an average of 50 years or more on their farms – where land is both a lifestyle and legacy

If you’re still using Excel and other software programs to track crop rotation and inputs, but are struggling to tally the full costs involved in

Today’s ag environment shows commodity prices are below break-even for some operators, while barely budging the break-even level for others. Economists have referred to this

Agriculture is steadily adopting the use of blockchain technology to improve sustainability by enabling the entire food supply chain – growers, processors, manufacturers, retailers and

6 Signs a Business is in Survival Mode: 1. Everything has become urgent, and you feel like your back is up against the wall. 2.

With the way 2019 has started, no one is expecting it to be an easy year for cash flow. We are hearing from many agribusinesses

Over the years, many of you have adopted farm technology that’s revolutionizing agriculture. Maybe you’ve added a GPS-guided tractor or a self-propelled sprayer to your

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has established the procedures required to provide direct payments to growers to help offset some damage imposed by retaliatory

Most agribusinesses participate in board meetings during the year to assess operations and make decisions about their business. Board meetings are an essential part of

Every little bit helps in agriculture today. Margins are so tight that anything you can do to gain a little ground is almost mandatory. In

Following the authorization of the second MFP payments, here are a few key points that growers should keep top of mind for operational and financial

Weak commodity prices and an international trade war have inflicted pain on American agriculture – at a time when U.S. farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses can

The end of the year is a smart time to prepare your farm business for the coming year. Crops have been harvested and stored. You’re

As the 2018 season ends, growers, agronomists, and financial advisors start to analyze this year’s results in order to prepare budgets and plans for next

Many farmers haven’t ever stopped to think about the potential in revenue opportunities that lie right beneath them: land. “Your privately-owned land has value well

The United States has instigated an aggressive global trade war that is escalating and directly harming many U.S. agricultural producers by driving up the costs

Will the Farm Bill Pass in the House? In a continued effort to secure support for the farm bill, set to expire in September, House

A majority of family-owned businesses fail to transition because of lack of communication and trust. This can be avoided with proper succession planning and help