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Farm Tax Conference

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Registration is now open for in-person and virtual attendance at the Farm Tax Conference—your opportunity to gain timely insights, connect with experts, and stay ahead in today’s evolving agricultural landscape.

Why Attend?

This year’s conference brings together a distinguished group of regional and national speakers who are leaders in agricultural tax and business strategy. Through practical sessions and real-world guidance, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to support farmers and ranchers with confidence.

What You’ll Learn

  • Updates on the latest farm tax laws and IRS guidance
  • Effective approaches to farm and ranch business and estate planning
  • Key trends influencing the economics of agriculture
  • Region-specific insights and resources you can apply immediately

Who Should Attend

This conference is designed for tax practitioners who work with farmers and ranchers and need to stay current on:

  • Federal tax legislation
  • IRS rulings and guidance
  • Recent court decisions


Monday, September 21

Day 1 Topics Include:

  • Federal Tax Update (cases and IRS rulings and other developments)
  • OBBBA provisions of most relevance
  • Farm Economics and tax planning opportunities and implications
  • Residual Fertilizer Supply
  • Tax Issues for Retiring Farmers
  • Installment Sales and Partnerships
  • FSA Program Issues
  • Miscellaneous Topics

8:30 am - 10:10 am  |  Roger McEowen

10:25 am - 12:05 pm  |  Roger McEowen

1:00 pm - 2:40 pm  |  Roger McEowen

2:55 pm - 4:35 pm  |  Roger McEowen



    Tuesday, September 22

    Day 2 Topics Include:

    • Federal Estate and Gift Tax Update
    • Public Benefit Corporations
    • Tax and Policy Strategies Impact 
      Estate and Succession Planning
    • Legal and Tax Issues That Farmers Don't Think About
      Long-Term Care Issues
    • FSA
    • Linking Farm Financial Trends with Tax Planning Strategies
    • Farm Transition/Succession Planning: It’s Never To Soon To Get Started!

    8:30 am - 10:10 am  |  Roger McEowen

    10:25 am - 12:05 pm  |  Roger McEowen

    1:00 pm - 2:40 pm  |  Kristen Knudtson, FPAC-FSA

    2:55 pm - 3:45 pm  |  Greg Dvergsten

    3:45 pm - 4:35 pm | Ron Dvergsten

    CPE Credits: 16 Hours
    Fees Include: Breakfasts, lunches, electronic materials
    Dress: Please dress in layers. Meeting rooms are typically cool and personal comfort zones vary.
    Handout Material:  Materials will be available prior to the event.

    Fees (add $50 after September 7):

    Early Member:  $449
    Early Member One-Day:  $375
    Early Non-Member:  $549
    Early Non-Member One-Day:  $475

    Hotel/Venue Information:

    Staybridge Suites
    1175 42nd Street
    Grand Forks, ND 58201

    *Make reservations by 5:00 p.m. on August 22, 2026 to take advantage of the group rate (ND CPA Society). Use the below link for direct reservations or call Staybridge Suites at 701.772.9000.

    Hotel Reservations

    Cancellations, Refunds and Switching Fees: Full refund if received 10 working days prior to conference. A $50 admin fee is charged if canceling less than 10 working days before conference. No refunds after September 18. Exceptions considered on a case by case basis. After September 7, a fee may apply if changing registration between virtual and in-person.