Free accounting course for MFBF members
Learn farm finance for free
A free ag finance course for Montana Farm Bureau members. Sign up with Ambrook to enroll.
In partnership with Ambrook
Enroll in your free farm finance course
Build financial strength for your farm. Enroll in a hands-on ag accounting course, exclusive for MFBF members. Course starts December 3.
Practical hands-on education
taught by ag finance experts, covering the concepts and skills that drive farm success.
Clean books, clarity, and the financial know-how
to have a successful tax season and kick off 2026 with a strong plan.
Free subscription to Ambrook,
until January 31st. Apply what you learn to your own books, in a system you can keep up with.
Lock in savings.
MFBF members get 15% off all Ambrook plans. It's bookkeeping built for farms, that's built to last.
What will you learn in this course?
Master the basics of accounting. Apply them to your farm. Make stronger business decisions. Sign up with Ambrook today to save your spot.
Part 1: Accounting basics
Learn the fundamentals of bookkeeping: what to track, how to organize records, and how to structure financial statements like a balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.
Part 2: Farm-specific situations
Understand the unique needs of agriculture, from filing a Schedule F to setting up your chart of accounts in a way that reflects your operation. Get clarity on separating farm and household finances.
Part 3: Making better decisions
Go beyond record-keeping. Learn how to interpret your financials, spot opportunities, and use your books to guide stronger business decisions. Know what's making money, what's not and where to invest next.
Access your benefits
Sign up today. Save your spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to sign up with Ambrook to take the course?
Yes! First sign up with Ambrook to start your free subscription through January 31. Then we'll email you with a link to register for the course! If you have questions, you can reach out to our team at partnerships@ambrook.com.
Do I need to be an MFBF member to participate?
Yes, you need to be an MFBF member to participate in the course.
You can learn more about membership here.
When does the course begin?
The course runs live on Wednesday evenings from December 3 to January 21. Each session lasts about an hour and is paired with office hours for MFBF Ambrook users – dedicated time to ask platform-specific questions and put the lessons into practice.
Can’t make it live? Recordings will be available to registrants!
What if I can't join live?
No problem! Every session will be recorded and shared with you after class. You’ll be able to watch on your own time, review the material at your own pace, and still follow along with the exercises.
What will I learn in the course?
You’ll learn how to build budgets, cash flow projections, and financial statements so your books are CPA-ready and your business is banker-prepared.
Is the course relevant for all types and sizes of farms?
Absolutely. Whether you raise crops, livestock, or run a mixed operation, the course starts with strong record-keeping foundations useful at any scale. From there, we’ll dig into advanced tools like enterprise-level profitability and balance sheet analysis to give your farm a competitive edge.
How much time should I plan to commit?
Expect about 1 hour per week for the live session (or recording), plus an optional 1 hour of office hours if you want extra support applying what you learn.
How do I attend?
You'll need a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access to join the course. We’ll provide simple instructions via email (including a link!) on how to join the live sessions and access recordings.