A Winemaker’s Guide to the R&D Tax Credit

Running a winery in California is equal parts craftsmanship, science, and constant reinvention. Whether you’re refining fermentation techniques, improving yields in the vineyard, or investing in new technology, innovation is integral to your daily operations. What many winemakers don’t realize is that these everyday improvements may qualify for one of the most valuable federal and…
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Accelerating Innovation with R&D Tax Credits

Businesses must constantly seek ways to drive innovation and reduce costs, and this is especially true across the agriculture industry. One powerful yet often overlooked tool is the Research and Development (R&D) tax credit. Designed to foster innovation and support research investment, R&D tax credits offer significant financial relief by reducing both federal and state…
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Small Producers Tax Credits for Everyone!

‘Small Producers Tax Credits for Everyone!’ (Said in my best globally famous talk show host voice.) So you’ve heard that the Craft Beverage Modernization Act was made permanent. And you operate a winery or you support operational reporting for a winery.  Now what?   Let’s Begin at the Beginning – Tax Class for Still Wine Before…
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