An explanation of the difference between tax credits and tax deductions. Learn how each lowers your tax bill, how the standard deduction works and when itemizing may reduce taxable income.

This fact sheet explains parliamentary procedure for youth groups and who is involved. Learn how roles like chairperson, secretary and members help meetings stay organized, fair and efficient while building leadership and communication skills.

Small-scale and beginning farmers can find grants to grow and improve their operations by exploring funding sources and cost-share options and learning how to use grants to expand markets, diversify products and mentor other producers.

Loans and funding options for small-scale and beginning farmers, including federal, state, local and nonprofit programs supporting farm operations and investments.

By Eric A. DeVuyst and Suhina Deol. A case study is used to teach high school ag students about farm business planning and the use of financial statements in decision making.

By Rodney Jones, Courtney Bir and Brent Ladd. A worksheet that encourages individuals to create a well-developed "road map" for a farm or ranch along with a helpful guide to goal setting.

By Brent Ladd, Rodney Jones and Courtney Bir. Learn about multiple farm programs are offered to assist agricultural producers through the Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service and Risk Management Agency. Qualifying for federal

By Roger Sahs and Courtney Bir. Learn the different types of budgets available to farm managers.