For those of us who were born to farm but, alas, not born on a farm, the ache to have your own land can be so intense you feel it in your belly. I thought it could never happen for me. But now, after 20 years of farming and 15 years of interviewing farmers, I’m pretty sure that almost anyone can find and buy farmland by doing four things: 1.
How can I find out if I can buy farmland?
Find these by talking with other farmers — start with the vendors at the local farmers market — and by picking up a copy of the local Yellow Pages at the phone company (or accessing the Yellow Pages online). Evaluating Farmland
How can I get a loan to buy a farm?
If you apply for a loan, find out what mortgage lenders require from borrowers and get those requirements in order. The United States Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service reports that, by far, the majority of new farmers rely on off-farm income to support themselves.
What’s the best way to market a farm?
A good marketing plan is a cornerstone of any successful farm enterprise. Two solid resources on this topic are Growing for Market, a trade publication for local food producers available both in print and online, and the book Market Farming Success by Lynn Byczynski.
Is it feasible to buy or sell farmland?
With yields increasing year after year, fertile farmlands soon pay for themselves with positive returns on investments. However, in our current farm economy many farmers ask how it can be feasible to purchase or sell their land.
Who is the best person to buy a farm?
Morrow has a doctorate in genetics and taught many courses including beef cattle management at various universities. He also served as the Arkansas state grazing lands specialist for eight years and is an active speaker on rotational grazing.
Who are the best brokers for farm land?
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