Tax Guide for Agricultural Industry

Helping your business succeed is important to the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA). We recognize that understanding the tax issues specific to the agricultural industry and to those who sell farm and related supplies can be time-consuming and complicated, and we want to get you the information you need so you can focus on growing your business.

To help you better understand the tax obligations specific to your industry, we have created this guide detailing the tax issues and information important to your industry.

How to Use This Guide

Each section of this guide contains information important to your business. The Getting Started section provides key resources related to registration, filing returns, account maintenance, other required licenses, and other important information you need.

The Farming Exemptions tab covers topics related to the exemptions available and the certificates you will need.

The Industry Topics section covers many topics in an at-a-glance format that can be expanded to provide more extensive information if you need it.

Lastly, the Resources section provides links to a wealth of information, including web-based seminars, forms and publications, statutory and regulatory information, and access to live help from our customer service representatives.

Please note that the information included is general in nature and is not intended to replace any law or regulation.

If You Need Help

If at any time you need assistance with topics included in this guide – or with topics we may have not included – feel free to contact us by telephone or email. Contact information and hours of operation are available in the Resources section

If you have suggestions for improving this guide, please contact us via email.