Margins are tight and decisions move fast. In this short “What’s Working in Ag” segment, CPA Hannah Mann explains why proactive farm recordkeeping—not tax-season scrambling—is becoming a competitive advantage for today’s best operators.
This What’s Working in Ag segment is brought to you by www.ambrook.com , we bring back Hannah Mann, CPA and ag-focused accountant, to answer the follow-up questions farmers had after our recent tax planning episode.
This short, to-the-point conversation focuses on what’s actually working right now for producers who want better control of their numbers heading into 2026.
Hannah shares:
Why most farms struggle with knowing true profitability—even when yields look good
The difference between reactive bookkeeping and proactive financial planning
Why January is the best time to reset farm records (not December)
How forward-looking cash flow projections help with banker conversations and credit renewals
Why tracking inventory, enterprises, and allocations matters more than ever
How the best operators use simple systems to buy back time and peace of mind
Why clean, real-time numbers create better decisions when margins are tight
This episode isn’t about accounting theory or tax jargon. It’s about giving farmers clarity, confidence, and a system that helps them make better decisions—before it’s too late.