What Is Prime Farmland? A Guide for Land Buyers and Sellers
Prime farmland, as defined by the USDA, is land with the best combination of physical and chemical characteristics for producing food, feed, fiber, and forage crops. It features adequate moisture, fertile soil, good drainage, and minimal flooding risk—making it the most productive and valuable category of agricultural land. Farmland is not created equal. Some parcels […]
What Is a Premium Farm?
What is a premium farm? A premium farm is a property that stands out from others because of its exceptional productivity, location, income potential, and long-term value. While no two farms are identical, premium farms consistently attract strong buyer interest and often command higher sale prices because they possess qualities that are difficult to replicate. […]
What Happens if a Property Line Is Wrong?
A wrong property line can trigger neighbor disputes, construction halts, title complications, and legal fees. Homeowners who discover an error should hire a licensed surveyor, review their deed, contact their title insurance provider, and consult a real estate attorney before taking any action. Property line disputes are more common than most homeowners expect. A boundary […]
Fair vs. Equal: Why Farm Succession Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All
Equal division of farm assets—splitting everything 50/50—often creates more conflict than it resolves. True fairness in farm succession means accounting for each heir’s contribution, involvement, and future role, then building a plan that reflects those realities rather than a simple formula. Few conversations are harder to have on a family farm than succession planning. Who […]
How Land Connects Agriculture’s Past and Future
Land has anchored agriculture for thousands of years—from ancient river valleys to today’s precision-farmed fields. Understanding this connection helps farmers, investors, and landowners make smarter decisions about stewardship, sustainability, and the long-term productivity of one of Earth’s most finite resources. Agriculture didn’t begin with tractors or GPS-guided combines. It began with land. Specifically, it began […]