AGRIBUSINESS

Agribusiness Services

A Leader in the Field

Crop prices. Cattle prices. Opportunities and threats. The agriculture industry is ever-changing, but your passion stays the same. Let us help minimize your stress so you can focus on your business.

You wouldn’t put a seed in the ground without first consulting your agronomist. Don’t approach tax season and the quarters in between without consulting a trusted advisor. With HBE, you can expect a relationship in which we get to know you well: your family, your interests, and your spectrum of farming challenges.  

Our goal is to leaving you feeling confident that you have a well-reasoned plan and solid strategy in place. Whether you are looking to purchase additional acreage or expand your bin space, HBE is by your side.

A Farmer’s Guide to Year-End Planning for 2024

As the end of the year quickly approaches, it is important for farmers to start thinking about year-end tax planning. There are many tax-saving...

Nebraska Beginning Farmer Tax Credits

In 1999, the Nebraska Legislature passed the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Act. This Act allows asset owners to receive Nebraska state income tax...

Benefits of Paying Family Members a Wage

Written by,Morgan E. KonenSenior Accountant, HBE LLPAs many farmers know, employing family members to work on the farm is essential for success....

Retirement Planning Options for Farmers

Written by,Brandie Schmitt-Maschman Senior Accountant| HBE LLP In agriculture, it’s crucial to consider long-term retirement planning alongside...

USDA Announces Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program for Farmers

Written byCody D. McCain, CPATax Manager | HBE LLPFebruary 20, 2023 -- The USDA released a new program called the Pandemic Assistance Revenue...

HBE’s Rapid Response Team Helps Businesses Recover from COVID-19

HBE’s Rapid Response Team Helping Businesses Recover from COVID-19In hospital settings, a Rapid Response Team (RRT) is a group of highly-trained,...

Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021

Update on Year-End Pandemic Relief Consolidated Appropriates Act of 2021 December 31, 2020 President Trump signed the Consolidated Appropriations...

New Congressional COVID Relief Bill

New Congressional Covid Relief Bill PPP Loans and Related Business Issues December 22, 2020 Late on December 21, 2020, Congress passed its newest...

2020 Year-End Tax Planning for Farmers

2020 Year-End Tax Planning for Farmers December 8, 2020 As the end of the year comes near, it is important to consider certain tax saving moves that...

USDA Announces CFAP 2

USDA Announces CFAP 2 September 21, 2020 On September 18, 2020, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced details for the...

Services We Provide:

  • Tax Planning and Preparation
  • Financial Statement Preparation
  • Entity Selection
  • Valuation Services
  • Data Analytics
  • Litigation Support
  • Buy/Sell Consultation
  • Succession Planning

 

  • Ratio Analysis
  • Cash Flow Analysis
  • Due Diligence
  • Operational Risk Assessment
  • Financial Projections and Forecasting
  • Tax Credits and Incentives
  • Nexus and Sales Tax
  • Estate Planning

Agribusiness Tax Credits and Incentives

Given the uncertainty created by today’s tax environment, it is more important than ever for farmers and agribusiness operators to understand which tax incentives are available for their benefit. In Nebraska, several generous incentives are available, ranging from the Beginner Farmer Tax Credit to specialized incentives for operations that produce new or improved products or processes. Our Agribusiness Specialty Team understands the intricacies of each of these important programs, and can work with you to determine which tax credits and incentives apply to your situation and how to best utilize them for the benefit of your operation. 

  • Beginning Farmer Tax Credit/Next Generation
  • Nebraska Investment Financing (NIFA) – Aggie Bonds
  • Nebraska Advantage Rural Development Act – New Farm Investment
  • United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) – Federal Ag Programs
  • Worker Training Grant
  • Work Opportunity Tax Credit
  • Research and Development Tax Credits
For further information on our agribusiness services, please contact us today at 402.423.4343.