Tax Considerations of Farming Operations


Date: Jun 6, 2025

CPD hours: 2 Hours

Time: 09:00 - 11:00

Event Type: Webinar

Presenter: Carmen Westermeyer
BCom (Honours Accounting) [UND] CA(SA)

This webinar offers a focused look at the key tax considerations specific to farming. Learn who qualifies as a farmer, what counts as farming income, how to apply relevant deductions and ringfencing provisions, and what recordkeeping practices are essential. A must-attend for anyone dealing with farming-related tax matters.

Overview

Farming plays a vital role in the South African economy, and with it comes a range of specialised tax considerations. This session will unpack key aspects of farming taxation, helping attendees understand who qualifies as a farmer, what constitutes farming income, and how to apply the relevant tax provisions effectively. Practical guidance will also be provided on recordkeeping best practices and how to make the most of available tax incentives and deductions.


Webinar Content

This webinar will cover the following areas:

  • Who qualifies as a farmer
  • What constitutes farming income
  • Best practices to maximise tax incentives
  • Special allowances and recordkeeping considerations for farmers

Competencies Developed

After attending this webinar, delegates will understand and be able to apply:

  • How to calculate farming income
  • The application of relevant ringfencing provisions
  • The calculation and application of farming-related deductions

Presenter

Carmen Westermeyer

BCom(Honours Accounting) [UND] CA(SA)

Carmen Westermeyer graduated in 2001 from the University of Natal, Durban (now UKZN), with a BCom Honours degree in Accounting and completed her articles with PwC, where she remained until 2006. She has been a member of SAICA since then.

In 2008, she started her academic career at UKZN, where she performed a number of functions, taking on the role of Academic Leader for Taxation. On leaving academia in 2013, Carmen has been providing training and consulting services to the profession. She has presented on behalf of various professional bodies, such as SAICA, FASSET, CSSA as well as providing in-house training to numerous accounting firms. The topics covered include all aspects of income tax, VAT, estate duty as well as the health levy (sugar tax). In addition, she regularly consults on tax matters as well as assisting with SARS disputes.

She is also the Chair of the SAICA Eastern Region Tax Committee, a member of the SAICA National Tax Operations Committee and is an Accounting Member of the Tax Court.


CPD

Attending this webinar and the successful completion of the online assessment will secure a certificate of completion for 2 hours of Tax CPD.


Event Investment

Free for Tax Technician, Tax Practitioner, Tax Accountant CPD subscribers and Practice Packages. Not a CPD subscriber yet? Click here to register now.

  • Regular price:  R460.00
  • Special rate for SAIT members:  R368.00
  • Group booking discounts available when you register for a group.

Payments & Cancellations

  • All payments must be made by EFT or by credit card, at least 3 working days before commencement of an event.
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  • Proof of payment will be requested at registration, if payment does not reflect on Tax Faculty's bank account.
  • Cancellations:
    • Only written notice of cancellation will be recognized.
    • If the cancellation occurs more than 4 working days prior to the event no cancellation fee will be charged.
    • If the cancellation occurs less than 4 working days prior to the event a 100% cancellation fee will apply.
  • Delegates who book and fail to attend will be liable for the full event fee.
  • Tax Faculty`s liability in the case of an event being cancelled will be limited to a refund or credit of the event fee.
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