Accounting For Farming


Date: Jul 8, 2026 - Jul 8, 2026

CPD hours: 2 Hours

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Event Type: Webinar

Presenter: TBA

Farming and agricultural businesses operate in a unique financial environment, with seasonal production, biological assets, government grants, and complex tax considerations.

Overview    

Farming and agricultural businesses operate in a unique financial environment, with seasonal production, biological assets, government grants, and complex tax considerations. Accurate accounting is essential to track performance, manage cash flow, and comply with financial reporting standards.

This webinar provides a practical approach to accounting for farming operations, helping professionals apply relevant standards, maintain accurate records, and make informed financial decisions.


Learning objectives   

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills:  

  • Understand the unique accounting requirements for farming businesses

  • Apply IFRS and tax principles relevant to agricultural operations

  • Account for biological assets, crops, livestock, and inventories

  • Manage revenue recognition and government grants

  • Prepare accurate and compliant financial statements for farming entities


Content   

The webinar will cover the following topics:  

  • Overview of farming operations and their financial reporting needs

  • Accounting for biological assets and agricultural produce (IAS 41)

  • Revenue recognition in agricultural businesses

  • Treatment of government grants and subsidies

  • Inventory and cost accounting for crops and livestock

  • Taxation considerations for farming operations

  • Cash flow and financial management strategies

  • Common pitfalls and practical solutions


Obtaining your CPD certificate  

This training is compliant with the International Education Standard (IES7) issued by the International Federation of Accountants and recognised for CPD by relevant professional bodies including ACCA, CIMA, IAC, IIA, SAICA and SAIPA.  

All attendees are issued with a CPD certificate available in an online profile.  


Who should attend?  

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar:  

  • Practising accountants including: CA(SA), Professional Accountant (SA), AGA(SA), FCCA, BAP(SA), BA(SA) and ACCA.  

  • Registered auditors.  

  • Audit managers.  

  • Trainee accountants.  


Price 

  • R 450.00 - Online admission - Individual.  

  • Group Price 1 - From R337 per person (up to 5 users)   

  • Group Price 2 - From R260 per person (up to 10 users)   

  • Group Price 3 - From R224 per person (over 11 users)  

 

Steps to register for the event:   

If you already have a profile, login and register for the webinar.  

If you don’t have a profile, create a free profile then login and register for the webinar.  

Click here to create a free profile (There is no charge to create a profile and gain access to our free Monthly Practice Management Series).  

Click here to find out about the Technical Resource Centre & CPD Subscription options.  


Additional material  

By attending this webinar you will be provided with:  

  • A summarised slide presentation.  

  • Reference documents and/or course material where available.  

  • You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar.  


Corporate training solutions  

At the Accounting Academy, we recognize the evolving needs of businesses in today's dynamic environment. Beyond our standard webinar offerings, we provide tailored corporate training solutions designed to empower your team with the latest in accounting and professional skills. Whether you're looking for online sessions or face-to-face training, our programs are crafted to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.  

Drawing inspiration from modern training methodologies, our corporate solutions are interactive, adaptable, and focused on real-world applications. We prioritize hands-on learning, ensuring your team can immediately apply their newfound knowledge in practical scenarios.  

Interested in a bespoke corporate training experience? Reach out to us at corporate@accountingacademy.co.za or call 010 593 0466. Together, let's design a training program that elevates your team's capabilities and aligns with your organizational goals.  


Contact us   

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