Given the risks of an expensive audit, paying strict attention to the rules is the only smart decision you can make.

Remember that even if you haven't been audited in the past, it doesn't mean you won't be in the future. And it only takes one audit to ruin your day.

That's part of the territory.

Who we serve reflects where we are in the community.

The key message here is sometimes you have to look not just at your own tax return, but that of your whole household for tax saving opportunities.

Our rules are strict - no question about it. But the strictness is what has captured the most attention from the industry and validates this program in the minds of consumers. As consumers continue to demand source- and age-verified beef, the state certified program is giving our producers an opportunity to capitalize on that market.