Agricultural Leasing and Purchasing

Welcome to a toolbox of resources for farmers and landowners who are thinking about leasing land, or who want to improve their lease arrangement. Whether you’re a new or established farmer, leasing farmland is an effective way for you to gain affordable, flexible, and secure access to farmland and infrastructure. For private or institutional landowners, leasing land…

This publication highlights some common ways to lease or own land. It outlines important considerations about each of these leasing options and paths to ownership.

Connecting to Land: Finding, Leasing and Purchasing Agricultural Land. Finding the right land is the most fundamental, and sometimes the most difficult, part of starting or expanding an agricultural enterprise. Those interested in leasing or purchasing agricultural land will learn what to look for in selecting agricultural property to lease. Prospective landlords and tenants will…