Fresno, CA
Farmers Tax and Accounting Conference 2025
Date: Oct. 29, 2025
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:50 p.m. PT
Member Early Bird
$425.00
Nonmember Early Bird
$535.00
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Overview
Act now, early bird pricing ends September 17, 2025
Learn how to navigate complex tax, audit, and operational challenges confidently. Join our conference to stay ahead of the curve on the latest accounting and economic trends, including a farm tax update, water and regenerative ag developments, and ag industry accounting. Gain insights into the economic reality of California agriculture, and explore an overview of cooperatives.
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Please note that the agenda and/or speakers are subject to change.
Product Code
1000004211
Credit Type
CPE: 8Format
In-Person
Intended Audience
CPAs, CMAs and other financial professionals and attorneys working in farming and agribusiness.
NASBA Field of Study
Specialized Knowledge
Level of Difficulty
Update
Prerequisites
None.
Learning Objectives
Agenda
7:30 – 8:30 a.m. PT
Registration Opens/Breakfast
8:30 – 8:35 a.m. PT
Welcome Remarks
8:35 – 10:15 a.m. PT
Farm Tax Update
Stay current on the latest federal and California tax developments impacting farmers and agribusinesses. This session will cover key federal tax policy updates, California and SALT considerations, and IRS controversy matters, including audit triggers.
Speaker(s)
Benjamin MuilenburgBrogan DyerGloria Sullivan
10:15 – 10:30 a.m. PT
Break
10:30 – 11:20 a.m. PT
GAAP Update
Stay up to date on the latest developments in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as they apply to agricultural operations. This session covers recent FASB updates and practical considerations for financial statement preparation in farming contexts.
Speaker(s)
Alejandro S MendezLisa Graham
11:20 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. PT
SGMA Updates
Gain a legal perspective on evolving SGMA regulations, including land use and water rights issues. This session will outline recent legislative and regulatory changes with direct impact on farming operations and compliance strategies.
Speaker(s)
Lauren Layne
12:10 – 1:10 p.m. PT
Lunch
1:10 – 2 p.m. PT
Succession Planning
Explore the complexities of succession planning in farming, from valuation to estate issues and governance structures. This panel combines firsthand experience with legal expertise to highlight best practices and real-world challenges.
2 – 2:50 p.m. PT
Grant Programs
Understand the landscape of agricultural grant and funding programs, including NICS, CFAP, and CARB incentives. Learn how to account for and manage grant revenue in compliance with government requirements.
Speaker(s)
Robert Holtermann
2:50 – 3:05 p.m. PT
Break
3:05 – 4:45 p.m. PT
Economic Update – California Ag
This session provides an in-depth look at the current economic landscape for California agriculture, including market forces, policy developments, and financial considerations affecting producers and agribusinesses.
Speaker(s)
Curt Covington
4:45 – 4:50 p.m. PT
Closing Remarks/Adjourn
Faculty
Venue
Pardini's
2257 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA, 93711
Get DirectionsIf you are traveling from out of town, there are several hotels in close proximity to the venue. A list of nearby hotels are provided below for your reference.
-Hotel Piccadilly (approx. 0.1 miles from venue)
-Fairfield Inn & Suites Fresno, North/Shaw Avenue (approx. 0.5 miles from venue)