On June 26, the USDA released the long-awaited farmer guidance for the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit. In Episode 101 of the CI Chit Chat, Continuum Ag CEO Mitchell Hora breaks down what the new rules mean for farmers, ethanol producers, grain elevators, and the future of low-carbon agriculture.

Learn what changed, what opportunities are now available, and what steps you should be taking to prepare.

In this episode:
- USDA's new 45Z farmer guidance explained
- What the rules mean for farmers and ethanol producers
- Carbon Intensity (CI) updates
- What's next for 45Z
- Live Q&A and audience questions

About the CI Chit Chat
Hosted by Continuum Ag CEO Mitchell Hora, the CI Chit Chat is a weekly conversation covering Carbon Intensity, soil health, the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Tax Credit, and the latest policy and market developments. Join us each week for timely updates, practical insights, and answers to your questions.

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In this special 100th episode of CI Chit Chat, Continuum Ag CEO & Founder Mitchell Hora was joined by Geoff Cooper, President & CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, for a discussion on the latest developments in 45Z, Carbon Intensity, renewable fuels, and the opportunities ahead for agriculture.

For nearly two years, CI Chit Chat has provided weekly conversations on soil health, Carbon Intensity, and emerging opportunities for farmers, ethanol producers, and ag partners. In this milestone episode, Geoff shared insights on how policy decisions in Washington, D.C., are translating into real-world opportunities across the renewable fuels industry.

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Join Continuum Ag CEO & Founder Mitch Hora for the first CI Chit Chat of 2026. 

Every Tuesday at 7:45 AM on the CI Chit Chat, Mitch breaks down what farmers need to know about CI, policy updates, and how to prepare for emerging opportunities tied to Low CI grain.

Subscribe for weekly conversations focused on helping farmers stay informed and ready as 45Z rules continue to take shape.

Continuum Ag's CEO & Founder, Mitchell Hora, gives his weekly update on Carbon Intensity®.  

The CI Chit Chat provides updates on 45Z, policy updates, and how to prepare for emerging opportunities tied to Low CI grain. Join us weekly on to hear updates on what's happening with 45Z.

Subscribe for weekly conversations focused on helping farmers stay informed and ready as 45Z rules continue to take shape.

Continuum Ag's CEO & Founder, Mitchell Hora, talks CI, policy updates, and how to prepare for emerging opportunities tied to Low CI grain. 

Join us weekly on the CI Chit Chat to hear updates on what's happening with 45Z.

Subscribe for weekly conversations focused on helping farmers stay informed and ready as 45Z rules continue to take shape

Join Continuum Ag CEO & Founder Mitch Hora on the CI Chit Chat where he breaks down what farmers need to know about CI, policy updates, and how to prepare for emerging opportunities tied to Low CI grain.

Subscribe for weekly conversations focused on helping farmers stay informed and ready as 45Z rules continue to take shape.

Join Continuum Ag CEO & Founder Mitch Hora for this week’s CI Chit Chat, where we dive into Carbon Intensity and the latest developments around the 45Z Tax Credit.

Every Tuesday at 7:45 AM, Mitch breaks down what farmers need to know about CI, policy updates, and how to prepare for emerging opportunities tied to Low CI grain.

Subscribe for weekly conversations focused on helping farmers stay informed and ready as 45Z rules continue to take shape.

Continuum Ag’s CEO & Founder, Mitchell Hora, hosts our weekly CI Chit Chat every Tuesday morning from 7:45 – 8:15 AM CST.

CI Chit Chat is a weekly morning talk show that will provide industry updates and allows you to ask questions about our Carbon Intensity Suite of Services, which includes CI Scores & CI Certification.

In this TopSoil Webinar, Continuum Ag CEO Mitchell Hora and farm tax expert Paul Neiffer, CPA, sat down for a practical conversation on preparing for year-end tax season. They discussed how R&D Tax Credits and the upcoming 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit could put more dollars back in farmers’ pockets for the practices they’re already doing. Paul also broke down the latest tax updates and shared strategies to help farmers make informed financial decisions before the year wraps up.

Make sure to check it out!

And, if you want to learn more about R&D Tax Credits, visit https://continuum.ag/calculator/

Your farm is more than land — it’s your legacy. 🌾

In this TopSoil Webinar, Johnny Klemme, real estate expert and author of American Family Farmland, joins Continuum Ag to share practical guidance on navigating farmland transition and legacy planning with confidence.

Learn how to:
✅ Preserve family values and relationships
✅ Create long-term wealth and stability
✅ Make informed decisions for the next generation

Whether you’re just starting to plan or actively working through succession, this conversation will help you approach the process with clarity and purpose.