If you're a traditional farmer who raises crops or livestock, you're considered a self-employed business person and you would file using Schedule F, Profit or Loss From Farming.

What is self-employment in farming?

Self-employment in agriculture means people working on their own farms or doing any other. income-generating activities such as buying and selling of agricultural products or inputs.

Who is considered self-employed?

Self-employed people are those who own their own businesses and work for themselves. According to the IRS, you are self-employed if you act as a sole proprietor or independent contractor, or if you own an unincorporated business.