The Action Center serves as a hub for those at any stage of their land access journey. Whether you’re a current or aspiring farmer or rancher, use these resources and tools to help you evaluate and find farmland, access capital to begin or expand your farm operation, and connect with supporting organizations.
Land Access Action Center
Find Farmland
This toolkit compiles resources to inform decisions about owning or leasing farm and ranch land, descriptions of programs that help connect farmers with land, and information about how to work with private conservation organizations and public agencies.
Find FarmlandFind Capital
Access to capital is critical to beginning farmers and ranchers. Farming requires money for purchases such as land, buildings, fences, tractors and seed. There are many opportunities for securing capital–most in the form of loans. The information in this toolkit identifies key lenders and resources to help you prepare for the application process.
Find CapitalRetain and Improve Rented Land
Gaining access to affordable land is one of the most significant challenges faced by farmers. Leasing land is often the easiest way to start or expand your farm. If you do rent land here you will find resources that can help you develop a trusted relationship with your landowner, start the conversation about new practices, and create a better lease—all of which provide you with land security and profitability while also protecting your landowner’s assets.
Retain and Improve Rented LandConnect with Service Providers
Find programs and organizations that support land access, match landowners with farmers looking for land, or lease land to agricultural producers.
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