Farm Program Payments and Projections for Nebraska
October 27, 2017
This week's Cornhusker Economics analyzes farm program payment rates, providing details on the current payments as well as the outlook for future support. As commodity prices have declined from pre-2014 levels, ARC and PLC have become important components of the farm income safety net. Early estimates indicate, however, that this could change next year.
Ag Land Management, Tenant/Landowner Workshops in Rushville, Sidney
October 23, 2017
Anyone who owns farmland is welcome to participate in Ag Land Management, Tenant/Landowner Workshops in early November at Rushville and Sidney.
These free workshops provide information about leasing farmland, including current cash rental rates and common lease provisions. Locations, dates and registration information:
4 Ag Land Lease Workshops Scheduled
October 23, 2017
The Ag Land Lease programs are designed to help landlords and tenants develop leases that work well for both parties. The program will cover: understanding the latest land values and cash rental rates, communication and information sharing between a tenant and landlord, common lease provisions, and lease termination, among other topics.
Effects of Proposed 2017 Tax Reform on Farmers
October 19, 2017
It looks more likely each day that Congress will pass tax reform in the near future. This article looks at how the tax reform changes proposed by President Trump would impact farmers and ranchers. The main goals — to reduce taxes for families and businesses and to simplify the tax code — generally would benefit farmers.
Q&A: Syngenta Settlement
October 13, 2017
A $1.4 billion settlement was announced in the Syngenta lawsuit over lost revenue from China rejecting corn shipments containing unapproved Syngenta varieties.
So You’ve Inherited a Farm, Now What?
October 6, 2017
If you've inherited or received farmland and want to learn some of the best strategies for managing it as an asset, get key information at a Nebraska Extension program being hosted at several sites this fall.
Annie’s Project Retreat Nov. 3-4 in Scottsbluff
October 3, 2017
Estate and transition planning will be the focus of an Annie’s Project Retreat Nov. 3-4 at the Panhandle Research and Extension Center in Scottsbluff. Course size is limited; please pre-register by Oct. 27.
Tips for Pre-Tax Planning using Quicken Deluxe
September 25, 2017
Fall is a good time to start thinking ahead to your farm or ranch taxes. If you use Quicken (Deluxe) for your record keeping, here are some key reports to make your tax planning and next meeting with your accountant easier.