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About Us

The Farmland Information Center is a clearinghouse for information about farmland protection and stewardship. It is a partnership between the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and American Farmland Trust, authorized by the federal Farmland Protection Policy Act.

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The FIC is a project of American Farmland Trust maintained on behalf of and with support from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service. Our team has more than 80 years of combined experience in providing reliable, accurate information to help save our nation’s farmland and ranchland.

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The FIC is a resource for anyone interested in saving farmland for agriculture. We have the nation’s largest online collection of print materials, laws, and sample documents related to farmland protection, Our staff provides direct technical assistance and answer requests for information via phone or email.

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Through our online resources and our staffed answer, we provide information and support to individuals, policymakers and organizations working to protect the nation’s farmland and ranchland.

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