In this episode of the FARM Champion Podcast, host Ahlishia Shipley speaks with Jonathan Shepherd, Agricultural Extension Specialist at the University of Kentucky, about farm tax planning and recordkeeping as critical risk management tools. Jonathan reframes Schedule F as a year-round practice and addresses common challenges like system overwhelm. He also shares a producer success story showing how strong records can unlock capital. This conversation highlights how disciplined, consistent recordkeeping strengthens farm business management and long-term resilience.