Use this directory to find a farm link program that helps match landowners who have available farmland with farmers looking for land to lease or buy. Some programs also support landowners and farmers through the farm transfer process—transferring farmland and infrastructure/assets, and sometimes the farm business, to another farmer. The services offered by farm link…
read moreUniversity of Vermont Extension developed this guide to support farmers and landowners through the process of determining a fair cash rental rate for farmland, equipment and infrastructure in Vermont. The same methods might apply to other states in New England, the Northeast or other parts of the United States. There are benchmarks and averages for…
read morePurchasing farmland is a big step, and one many farmers see as necessary to a secure farming career. Farm Commons answered some frequently asked questions about buying farmland around financing options, paying in-kind, and land contracts.
read moreAgricultural producers can gain access to the land they need through two general channels: ownership and rental. Some own their land after purchasing it from another landowner, bidding on it in an auction or inheriting it from a family member. The alternative to ownership is renting land from another producer or a non-operating landowner —…
read moreUse this sample short-term lease agreement to get started to help build your own lease. Model leases can be useful, but they are best used as a framework on which to make modifications.
read moreThis question sheet from Farm Commons is designed to get farmers and landowners started down the path of developing their own lease. Farmland leases are different from residential leases in that the law allows commercial relationships more latitude than landlords and tenants, so creativity is welcome! Farmers and landowners should feel empowered to create unique…
read moreWelcome to the Agricultural Law Section of the Oregon State Bar. The Section provides a supportive forum focusing on the legal needs and issues of importance for attorneys working with the agricultural community throughout Oregon. The lawyers in this group represent farmers, ranchers, owners, and other related parties on legal matters such as business contracts,…
read moreAdelante Mujeres is a Latine women empowerment organization through education, leadership access, and business opportunities. Advancing cultural, economic, and health equity for the local Latinx growing community with a positive impact on our land and climate. The Agriculture and Food Sovereignty Program teaches closed-loop growing and other best farming practices to new and beginning Latine…
read moreWe’re the first to admit - there’s no secret sauce to the land search process. Successfully finding land requires a mix of determination, clear communication, good planning and frequently a dose of luck. What you can do is get your search out into the world - create content, knock on doors, talk to everyone you…
read moreOregon Farm Link connects beginning farmers and ranchers with land holders, helping to grow Oregon’s next generation of family farmers. How does it work? Step 1: Browse listings. Anybody can browse the land seeker and available land listings. Step 2: Create a user profile and then create either a land holder or land seeker listing. Each user must create…
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