Hemp, Cannabis, and Farming Update

Aug 9, 2022 4:10pm ‐ Aug 9, 2022 5:00pm

Identification: AG2213

This session will summarize the state and federal legal and policy landscape for hemp and cannabis and will dive into the details of proposed federal cannabis regulatory frameworks and their impact on hemp on cannabis. The session will highlight the primary regulatory and policy issues for cannabis and hemp, what’s coming in 2022 legislatively and on the ballot, and unpack the various approaches to cannabis legalization. The session will provide an update on the current legal landscape for cannabis, what’s coming in 2022, and the roles of states and federal regulatory agencies.

Learning Objectives:
  • Understand the federal cannabis legalization frameworks
  • Learn about the upcoming 2022 state cannabis legalization initiatives
  • Learn about potential legislative and policy changes for hemp
  • Learn the nuances of various potential cannabis regulatory structures and the roles of federal regulatory agencies
Category: General Session

Opening Remarks | Humanizing the Farm Transition Process

Aug 10, 2022 7:30am ‐ Aug 10, 2022 8:50am

Identification: AG2214

This session will focus on the unique ways that CPAs can influence the humanization of the farm transition. You will learn how to redefine the client relationship from serving the founder to serving the family unit. Attendees will also learn to look at the farm transition through the lens of 3 systems that are responsible for the complexity of these transitions. You will also come away with crucial questions that must be confronted to not only perpetuate the farm, but also preserve the family relationships.

Learning Objectives:
  • Recognize unique ways that CPAs can influence the humanization of the farm transition.
  • Identify ways to improve the approach to generational transition planning
Category: General Session

Opening Remarks | How to Build a Cannabis Practice

Aug 10, 2022 7:30am ‐ Aug 10, 2022 8:25am

Identification: CAN2219

We've heard about the industry and the unique challenges the industry faces… now how do we get into the industry? What works?

Learning Objectives:
  • Assess your risk tolerance and business model
  • Getting to know your client
Category: General Session

Careers in Cannabis Accounting and Non-Traditional Services

Aug 10, 2022 8:35am ‐ Aug 10, 2022 9:50am

Identification: CAN2220

The cannabis industry offers many unique career opportunities for those in accounting. Learn about some of these options, services provided, and opportunities from those in both industry and as practitioners in various stages of their careers.

Learning Objectives:
  • Understand options for cannabis careers
  • Understand how to relate to clients/employers
Category: General Session

Carbon Credit Trends

Aug 10, 2022 9:00am ‐ Aug 10, 2022 10:15am

Identification: AG2215

Business sustainability announcements are made nearly every day. What may that mean for supply chains and eventually balance sheets? We will focus on a view from the food and agriculture supply chain and carbon credit markets from crop and livestock activities.

Learning Objectives:
  • Identify policy changes regarding carbon markets and sustainability
  • Analyze the language of sustainability
Category: General Session

Fireside Chat: Day 3

Aug 10, 2022 10:10am ‐ Aug 10, 2022 11:25am

Identification: CAN2221

Overview, recap of the conference, the industry and plenty of Q&A

Learning Objectives:
  • Understand how tax, accounting, and the industry tie together
  • Understand the lifecycle of cannabis businesses and services to be provided
Category: General Session

Fireside Chat

Aug 10, 2022 10:45am ‐ Aug 10, 2022 11:35am

Identification: AG2216

This session will recap the conference and take questions from the audience that have not already been answered

Learning Objectives:
  • Identify answers to audience questions related to the agriculture industry
  • Recognize issues facing the industry
Category: General Session