The Lunatic Farmer
MARCH 31, 2022
If you’ve seen news headlines you know that a research team in the Netherlands examined blood from 22 people and found microscopic plastic particles in the bloodstream of 17. For the first time, this confirms that micro-plastics are piercing the blood barrier and coursing through our veins. Lovely. This problem has numerous sources but the top two apparently are plastic water and beverage bottles and drinking municipal tap water.
iFarm
MARCH 30, 2022
I started using QuickBooks in 1997 when I had my catering business. Though I always thought of myself as a “numbers person,” I had no idea about balance sheets or liabilities or even equity. As I went through the initial set-up, QuickBooks asked a bunch of questions… I didn’t have a clue. What was my opening equity balance? I dunno…. I think I entered $2,000 because I wanted to have some equity in my company.
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RR2CS
MARCH 29, 2022
Three Alberta agricultural producers discuss what the ‘regenerative mindset’ is and why it is important for those transitioning to regenerative agriculture. This episode features Daryl Chubb, Tim Wray and Sheldon Atwood. Highlights: Coming soon… Alberta agricultural producers mentioned in this episode: Tim Wray of WR Grazing (Irricana). Read about Tim’s story on our Farmer’s Blog.
Caff
MARCH 28, 2022
Santa Barbara, CA This month, we’d like to introduce you to La Puma Farms. When we asked why he’s a CAFF member, John La Puma said “As a chef and physician, I’ve been privileged to be part of great organizations which push progressive agendas, have the concerns of others at heart (not just members) and are focused on meeting the needs of health conscious consumers and eaters.
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 27, 2022
Today’s post has nothing to do with taxes. About five years ago my wife and I bought a 200 acre ranch located in SE Washington state (about 40 miles west of Idaho and about 15 miles north of Oregon). We are located about 15 miles from the Bluewood Ski Resort on the Touchet River. We had limited internet in the country until about a month ago when we finally got StarLink.
Hartwood Farm
MARCH 24, 2022
I ran into a neighbor last week who said to me, “Oh, you must be excited about this year and how good it’s going to be for you with food prices rising for once.” I know they meant well, and I might complain up a storm as a grumpy old farmer about how food prices haven’t kept up with the cost to produce them over the past decades (and this was BEFORE this past year’s craziness), but the rising food prices are actually much more terrifying to farmers than they are to customers.
The Lunatic Farmer
MARCH 30, 2022
I did a fascinating guest podcast last week with Dr. Ben Edwards out of west Texas called “You’re the Cure.” I do a lot of these but he shared something with me I’ve never heard and thought it profound. In medical school, a formula all the students learn is the disease formula. Here it is: Disease = viral numbers X viral power Host defenses Got that?
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RR2CS
MARCH 29, 2022
Topic: Biochar, Compost, and Agroforestry – Three Keystones of Soil and Climate Resilience for Alberta Date: May 4th at 1:00PM Presenter: Rob Lavoie of AirTerra Cost: FREE Biochar is a charcoal-like substance that is made by burning organic material from agricultural and food wastes. It is a technology that is showing promise in improving soil quality, reducing waste, and even producing energy as a byproduct.
Caff
MARCH 24, 2022
Title: Farm to Market Coordinator – Bilingual Location: San Joaquin Valley, CA / Remote (Hybrid) FTE: 80-1 FTE (negotiable) Salary: $45,000-$52,000 annually FLSA: Non-exempt Reports To: Farm to Market Specialist Bilingual Pay Differential: Eligible CAFF is a California-based membership nonprofit organization that includes family farmers and other community members passionate about local food, farming, and the environment.
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 23, 2022
Even if you E-file your income tax return, a refund may take several weeks to process. The IRS just released IR 2022-65 which details some of the reasons why it takes extra time. The IRS normally issues a refund within 21 days after the return is accepted via E-file. However, there are many cases where a manual process will result in a delay of up to 14 weeks or more.
Farming Secrets
MARCH 14, 2022
If you are a teacher, parent, mentor, or just a soil lover, get your hands on The Soil Book – the first in a series of colourful kids’ books by Life Rocks – a group of health experts, geologists, children’s health advocates – and CEO Asher Cloran who are reshaping the terrain of early education. “…it’s really […] The post Connect Kids to Nature’s Classroom with The Soil Book – and Down-to-Earth-Science appeared first on Farming Secrets.
EOS
MARCH 4, 2022
Monitoring the seed treatment efficiency helps improve the quality of seeds and choose the best option for the given field, in terms of soil, climate, etc.
The Gleaning Project of South Central PA
MARCH 3, 2022
Happy March Gleaners! Hopefully you’ve started your March of well and you’re enjoying the little bits of extra sunlight we’ve been gaining as we pick up speed toward Spring and Summer! We’re back again to celebrate this month’s holidays and educational opportunities with recipes and some resources to learn more about the foods you put in your body! March is National Nutrition Month!
RR2CS
MARCH 8, 2022
In Conversation with Jenna Butler, BIPOC Organic Farmer, Beekeeper, Writer on Treaty 6, traditional territories of the Cree, Saulteaux, Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, and Nakota Sioux By Trina Moyles Over the past fifteen years, Jenna Butler and Thomas Lock have eked out a home in the northern bush, relying on human-powered equipment to build Larch Grove Farm , a small organic vegetable and flower farm, entirely from the muskeg up.
Caff
MARCH 23, 2022
Kendall Ballantine has created some awesome short, easy to understand blogs on marketing best practices for small farms. We highly recommend her blog [link] for topics such as search engine optimization (SEO), email marketing, and tips for selling online. She has also been very generous with providing trainings and resources to the Small Farm Tech Hub.
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 14, 2022
There are two different Individual Retirement Account (IRA) that a farmer can choose each year. A regular IRA allows the farmer to put money into the IRA and take a deduction for their contribution. The farmer is then taxed on any distribution out of the IRA. No deduction is allowed to a farmer for a ROTH IRA, however, the farmer is not taxed on any distribution assuming that certain requirements are met (age 59.5 and held at least five years, etc.).
Hartwood Farm
MARCH 9, 2022
We’ve been pretty MIA on the internet world these past few weeks. Farming goes on no matter what, but I haven’t been able to dig in and share much from the farm, as it seems so pointless when people and places that you care about are going through hell. Our sunflowers in the snow, kind of feeling their vibe this month. I think I started and then erased a dozen posts and more than one blog.
EOS
MARCH 30, 2022
Sustainable agriculture ensures stable crop and livestock production. Remote sensing technology assists in correct farm management and resource use.
Caff
MARCH 23, 2022
Here is a list of considerations and questions to ask before investing in new tools for your business. Cost Will the costs outweigh the gains/returns? Most sales platforms charge start-up fees or keep a percentage of sales. What is the magnitude of your sales on average? For example, if you have a CSA program that has less than 150 members, a CSA-managing platform may not be worth the investment unless you are actively working towards scaling up.
Caff
MARCH 23, 2022
Looking to learn how to maintain your micro irrigation system for better irrigation efficiency? Learn more with Kevin Greer, Manager of the Tehama County RCD’s Mobile Irrigation Lab. Read below for a follow up Q&A with Kevin and walnut Grower Davin Noreen for more practical tips on how to maximize your micro system’s efficiency. Q&A with Kevin Greer and grower Davin Noreen For growers who do not have access to a mobile irrigation lab or a professional irrigation system evalua
Caff
MARCH 22, 2022
In this episode we interview Tyler Stowers, the farm manager at Soil Born Farms in Rancho Cordova, California. We learn about the organization’s history and growth, how they integrate food safety practices into their day-to-day operations as an urban-based education farm and address the food safety saying “never let produce touch the ground”. SHOW NOTES: Soil Born Farms website: [link] Soil Born Farms Instagram: [link] COVID-19 Food Safety Resources: [link] CAFF’s Food Safety Templates (includin
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 15, 2022
We had done a post on limited relief for farmers who normally file and pay tax on March 1 back on March 3, 2022. In that post we indicated that the IRS would issue further guidance on how to get this relief. We also thought that the guidance would only apply to farmers who needed to file a Form 7203 to report their tax basis in their S corporation stock.
Caff
MARCH 15, 2022
Every community deserves the right to local food sovereignty. And that’s the effort unfolding right now in the city of Cotati. Speak up today or at the upcoming city council meeting on March 22nd to join CAFF in saying: we want urban agriculture and believe that locally-grown food contributes to a healthier, happier and more resilient community!
Caff
MARCH 15, 2022
In this episode we visit Ken Kimes at New Natives Farm in Santa Cruz County. We learn how New Natives pivoted during the beginnings of the COVID-19 pandemic and their food safety practices, including tips for passing a third party food safety audit. Ken also walks us through the farm’s post harvest process and identifies helpful tools and equipment.
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 10, 2022
Last month we wrote a couple of blog posts dealing with the proposed regulations from the IRS on inherited retirement plans including IRAs. The key provision that affects most individuals deals with having to fully deplete the IRA by the end of the 10th year after the death of the IRA owner (I will use IRA as the generic term for all retirement plans).
Caff
MARCH 8, 2022
In this episode we visit Shanon and Michael Whamond at their farm in Placer County, CA. We learn about Shanon and Michael’s farming journey, recent challenges and their farm’s food safety practices, including how they maintain produce quality during hot summer days and prevent risk of cross-contamination throughout busy days. SHOW NOTES: Hillview Farms website: [link] Hillview Farms Instagram: [link] Sanidate 5.0 – the sanitizer product mentioned: [link] CAFF’s Food Safety Temp
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 7, 2022
Many farmers, especially those in the Midwest that apply animal manure, are able to deduct excess fertility when they purchase land that they are currently not farming. These farmers get a professional agronomist to survey the property and then determine the amount of excess fertility that might be present in the ground. This excess fertility is then amortized based on the useful life of the fertility.
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 6, 2022
We mentioned in last weeks post that farmers who needed to file by March 1 with a Form 7203 requirement now have until April 18, 2022 to file their tax return. If they file by that date, there will be no penalty assessed for not making the January 15, 2022 required farmer estimated tax payment. However, what about farmers who elected to file by March 1 without filing the Form 7203, even though it was required to be filed?
Caff
MARCH 4, 2022
Interested in applying for the USDA's Value Added Producer Grant? Do you sell your produce as organic, local, free range, grass fed, etc. OR make a finished product from your produce? Are you interested in exploring the feasibility of doing so? The United States Department of Agriculture just announced a grant that can be used to develop or scale these types of activities.
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 3, 2022
The IRS is announcing in IR-2022-49 that farmers who had issues with filing their income tax return that had an S corporation that required Form 7203 to be filed with the return now have until April 18, 2022 to file their income tax return without incurring any penalty for not paying a tax estimate on January 15. Here is the verbiage from the release: IRS update regarding recent electronic filing challenges in connection with Form 7203, S Corporation Shareholder Stock and Debt Basis Limitations
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 2, 2022
Although we have not quite finalized the agenda, I am pleased to announce that the AICPA Ag Conference is scheduled for this summer in Denver, Colorado at the Grand Hyatt. It will be held on Monday August 8 starting around 12:30 and will end on Wednesday August 10 at about noon. It will be great to get everyone back in person since it has been almost 4 years since we had the last in-person conference.
Caff
MARCH 1, 2022
In this episode we visit Bai Thao at her farm in Sanger, CA. We learn about Bai’s family history in agriculture and her farming and food safety practices, including water testing and an inventive method for ensuring her tools stay sanitized. SHOW NOTES: Hmong history in California: [link] History of Hmong Farming in Fresno: [link] Fresno Asian Business Institute & Resource Center (ABIRC) – a nonprofit organization, whose mission is to support and promote strong networks of Asian
Caff
MARCH 23, 2022
Amy Wu, Journalist and Founder of From Farm to Incubators created a new searchable directory to serve as a one-stop shop for entrepreneurs looking to connect both inside and outside of AgTech and help other growers partner with women in the sector. Amy also served as a judge for the 2021 Small Farm Innovation Challenge hosted by the Small Farm Tech Hub at CAFF.
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 30, 2022
On Monday President Biden’s administration released the Green Book detailing how it would increase taxes to pay for its budget proposal. In yesterday’s post we outlined some of the major tax increases and changes that would affect farmers. However, we did miss a few other changes that this post will go over. First, the corporate tax rate would increase from 21% to 28% effective January 1, 2022.
Agribusiness Blog
MARCH 29, 2022
After having the Build Back Better and related tax proposals get knocked down by Senators Manchin and Sinema, President Biden and the Administration are at it again. They just released their budget proposals recently and they include the following major tax proposals that may affect farmers: Raise the top tax rate to 39.6% on income over $400,000 ($450,000 for married couples); Raise the capital gains rate to 39.6% on income over $1 million; Apply a capital gains tax on any transfer of appreciat
RR2CS
MARCH 18, 2022
Topic: Cover Crop Custom Blends Date: April 13th at 1:00PM Presenter: Kevin Elmy Cost: FREE Join Young Agrarians and Rural Routes to Climate Solutions to learn all about the steps and thought processes when designing cover crop blend creations for your farm. This webinar will go over how to create blends to improve water infiltration, suppress weeds, minimize erosion, improve soil nutrient availability, build organic matter, and reduce insects or disease.
Caff
MARCH 29, 2022
In this episode we hear from Dr. Floyd D. Harris Jr. of Fresno Freedom School in Fresno, California. We learn about the organization’s history and mission to connect Fresno’s youth with agriculture, how they implement food safety practices as an urban-based education farm and tips for communicating their food and human safety guidelines to youth, parents and volunteers.
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