There is still uncertainty about whether the guidance for the 45Z credit will be available before the credit takes effect. This could potentially create challenges for producers planning to claim the credit in early 2025.

As agriculture faces multiple challenges, USDA’s latest net farm income forecast is masking the reality for farmers. While livestock margins have improved for 2024, high input costs and below breakeven prices for row crops means margins could be the worst in nearly 20 years.

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“The bottom line is the function of the market — when you have too much, you become the cheapest seller, not necessarily the cheapest producer,” says Jerry Gulke.

As harvest ends, focus on next year’s crop planning by understanding break-even costs and budgeting inputs. This will boost profitability and enhance your negotiating power.

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