September 2023

Back to Basics: Biofuels Offer Cleaner Air, Stable Markets

3 Tips to Maximize IRA Biofuel Incentives

September 28, 2023 by Pinion Editorial

Reading Time: 2 minutes

With $369 billion allocated for climate and energy policies, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 marks a historic commitment to the U.S. biofuels sector. It includes new tax credits, funding for biofuel infrastructure and expanded tax credits for carbon capture and storage. “The Inflation Reduction Act is a huge legislative …

The Flip Side of Estate Planning: Why Many Don’t Bother

February 28, 2024September 26, 2023 by Pinion Editorial

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6 in 10 Americans have a retirement account, while only 1 in 3 have an estate plan. While the majority of Americans see the importance of retirement planning, most neglect estate planning. The most common reason for avoiding a will, trust or estate plan? Procrastination. Todd Stanley, a wheat and …

4 Ways Ag Peer Groups Help Producers

September 15, 2023September 15, 2023 by Pinion Editorial

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Running a successful farm in a small town can be isolating, and constantly improving and expanding your business is challenging. That’s where peer group can help. “Peer groups provide the opportunity to learn from and with producers in similar situations,” says Davon Cook, Pinion peer group advisor. “Even after 10+ …

3 Ways to Protect Longevity of Land in Renewable Deals

November 21, 2023September 10, 2023 by Pinion Editorial

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Across the country, landowners are seeing new cash crops emerge in the form of wind, solar and other farm easements. Renewable energy opportunities can add additional revenue streams and diversify income for farmers, ranchers, and landowners. However, many are concerned about how these projects will impact their land and drainage …

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