Resource Hub
Everything you need to plan
a successful transition.
Curated guides, programs, and tools from USDA, land trusts, universities, and agricultural nonprofits — organized by the stage you're in.
Red Hen App — Find a Farm Near You
Discover local farms, farmers markets, and fresh food sources in your area.
Farmer D — Farm Design & Community Development
Expert farm planning, design, and development for homesteads, community farms, agrihoods, and regenerative land projects.
Succession Planning Guides
Understand the full arc of a farm succession — from starting the conversation with family to structuring a legally sound handoff.
Farm Succession Planning Toolkit
USDA National Agricultural Library
Comprehensive toolkit covering estate planning, business entity selection, and succession timelines for farm families.
Beginning Farmer & Rancher Resource Network
USDA NRCS
Federal resources connecting retiring farmers with the next generation, including mentorship programs and transition incentives.
Farm Succession Planning
North Carolina Farm Transition Network
A concise overview of farm succession planning — the process of transferring management, income, and ownership to a succeeding operator — covering key risks and planning considerations.
Land Transfer Navigators Program
American Farmland Trust
AFT's national program connecting retiring farmers and landowners with trained Land Transfer Navigators who provide direct, hands-on succession and transfer planning assistance.
Land Transfer & Legal Resources
Navigating title transfers, conservation easements, lease agreements, and entity structures requires specialized legal knowledge. These resources help.
Farmland Protection Action Guide: 24 Strategies
Institute for Local Self Government
A comprehensive guide for officials, planners, and community members covering 24 farmland protection strategies including conservation easements, agricultural zoning, and transfer of development rights.
Planning for the Future of Your Farm — Full Bulletin Series
OSU Agricultural & Resource Law Program
A comprehensive 12-part bulletin series by OSU attorneys covering wills, trusts, business entities, gifting strategies, and equitable transfer tools for farm transition planning.
Agricultural Leases: Rights and Responsibilities
National Agricultural Law Center
State-by-state guidance on agricultural lease law, covering termination rights, improvements, and tenant protections.
Land Trust Alliance
Land Trust Alliance
National organization representing land trusts across America. Find resources, connect with local trusts, and learn about farmland conservation and easements.
Financial Planning for Farm Transitions
Funding a farm purchase or structuring a fair buyout is one of the biggest barriers to succession. These programs and tools can help bridge the gap.
USDA Farm Loan Programs for Beginning Farmers
USDA Farm Service Agency
Overview of FSA Direct and Guaranteed farm loan programs specifically designed for beginning and socially disadvantaged farmers.
Down Payment Farm Loan Program
USDA Farm Service Agency
The FSA Down Payment Loan helps beginning farmers purchase family-size farms with reduced down payment requirements and favorable interest rates.
Farm Financial Management: Transition Planning
Center for Farm Financial Management (FINBIN)
Tools and benchmarking data to help farm buyers evaluate financial viability and model cash flow through a transition period.
NSAC Publications Library
National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition
A library of policy guides, issue briefs, and farmer resources from NSAC covering conservation programs, beginning farmer support, food safety, and sustainable agriculture policy.
AgriFinance Resource Center
Farm Credit
Farm Credit's network offers agricultural lending designed specifically for farm purchases, transitions, and operating capital.
Readiness Assessments
Understand where you stand in your farming journey with our tailored readiness assessments.
Succession Readiness Quiz
FarmRoots
For retiring farmers: assess your preparedness to transition your farm. Understand key areas like financial planning, family communication, and transition timeline.
Buyer Readiness Quiz
FarmRoots
For aspiring farmers: evaluate your readiness to acquire farmland. Covers finances, experience, support network, and long-term vision.
Farm Valuation Tool
Get a fair market estimate for your farm based on current agricultural data and local market conditions.
Farm Valuation Tool
FarmRoots
Estimate your farm's value based on acreage, location, farm type, and market data. Get insights into fair pricing for sales or transitions.
More Tools Coming Soon
We're continuously developing new tools to help you navigate farm transitions. Check back soon for additional valuation and planning resources.
Mentorship Program Info
Learning from someone who has done it is irreplaceable. These programs connect aspiring farmers with experienced mentors across the country.
FarmRoots Mentor Network
FarmRoots
Connect with experienced farmers who have volunteered to mentor the next generation. Filter by region, farm type, and mentorship style.
Farmer Veteran Coalition Mentorship
Farmer Veteran Coalition
Connects veteran farmers with experienced agricultural mentors, supporting military veterans entering or returning to farming.
National Young Farmers Coalition
National Young Farmers Coalition
Advocacy and community organization with peer networks and mentorship connections across the US for beginning farmers.
USDA Beginning Farmer Mentorship Programs
USDA NRCS
Federal programs supporting mentorship relationships for beginning farmers, including cost-share incentives for farms that host apprentices.
Farm Beginnings — Articles & Stories
Land Stewardship Project
A collection of stories, profiles, and updates from Land Stewardship Project's Farm Beginnings training program for beginning farmers in the Midwest.
Women, Food and Agriculture Network
WFAN
Mentorship, peer learning, and community for women in sustainable agriculture, including connections to farm succession resources.
Ready to list your farm?
Create a succession listing and connect with aspiring farmers who share your values.
Post Farm TransitionFind a farm mentor.
Connect with experienced farmers willing to share knowledge and guide your path to ownership.
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