AGRIBUSINESS

Agribusiness Accounting & Advisory Services

Helping farms, ranches, and agricultural businesses across Nebraska and the Midwest grow stronger financially.

Agriculture is more than an industry—it’s the backbone of the Midwest. At HBE, our agribusiness specialists understand the financial, tax, and operational challenges faced by modern agricultural operations. We work alongside producers and agribusiness leaders to provide practical guidance, proactive tax planning, and financial clarity.

Serving the Full Agribusiness Ecosystem

Our agribusiness team works with operations all sizes—from family farms to complex agricultural enterprises.

  • Crop Producers. Tax planning, financial reporting, and strategic guidance for grain and row-crop operations.
  • Livestock Operations. Cost tracking, operational consulting, and tax strategies for livestock producers.
  • Family Farms & Multi-Generation Operations. Succession planinng, ownership transition, and estate considerations.
  • Agricultural Service Businesses. Support for dealers, custom operators, and ag-related companies. 

2025 Year-End Tax Planning Guide for Farmers

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Farm Income Averaging: A Valuable Tax Tool for Farmers

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

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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

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Retirement Planning Options for Farmers

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USDA Announces Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program for Farmers

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Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021

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Comprehensive Agribusiness Accounting & Advisory Services

Our agribusiness team provides a full range of accounting, tax, and advisory services designed to support farms, ranches, and agricultural businesses across Nebrask and the Midwest.

Agribusiness Tax Planning

Our agribusiness tax professionals help farms and agricultural businesses throughout Nebraska and the Midwest implement proactive tax strategies designed to manage income volatility and maximize available agricultural tax benefits.

Agricultural tax planning requires specialized knowledge of commodity cycles, equipment investments, and land ownership structures. Our advisors work proactively with agribusiness clients to develop tax strategies that align with both operational needs and long-term growth goals.

Services include:

  • Farm income tax planning

  • Section 179 and equipment depreciation strategies

  • Entity structuring for agricultural operations

  • Multi-state agricultural tax compliance

  • Estate and succession tax planning

Financial Reporting & Accounting

Strong financial reporting helps agribusiness owners make informed operational decisions. Our team helps agricultural businesses maintain accurate financial records and gain meaningful insights into their performance.

Services include:

  • Financial statement preparation

  • Cost of production analysis

  • Cash flow forecasting

  • Budgeting and profitability analysis

  • Lender reporting

Farm Succession & Transition Planning

Transitioning agricultural operations to the next generation requires thoughtful planning. Our advisors work closely with families to develop strategies that protect both the farm and family relationships.

We assist with:

  • Farm succession planning

  • Ownership structure design

  • Estate planning coordination

  • Buy-sell agreements

  • Transition tax planning

Agribusiness Advisory Services

Agricultural markets are constantly evolving. Our advisors provide strategic guidance to help clients navigate volatility, investment decisions, and long-term growth.

Areas of focus include:

  • Business expansion planning

  • Debt structuring

  • Equipment investment analysis

  • Risk management strategies

  • Operational performance benchmarking

Why Agribusinesses Choose HBE

Experienced advisors who understand agriculture and the financial realities of running today’s agribusiness operations.

Deep Agricultural Expertise

Our professionals understand the operational and financial realities of farming and agricultural businesses.

Midwest Focus

We work with producers and agribusiness clients throughout Nebraska and the surrounding region.

Long-Term Relationships

Many of our agribusiness clients have partnered with HBE for decades.

Strategic Guidance

We go beyond compliance to provide practical insights that support long-term growth.

Agribusiness Accounting & Advisory Services You Can Rely On

Whether you operate a family farm, livestock operation, or agricultural business, HBE provides experienced guidance to help you plan with confidence.

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