Most farmers we work with want their land to stay in agriculture; the legacy of the land is often a cherished value. But few farm families have plans in place that articulate who their successor is and exactly how the … Continue reading
Farm Aid grant to strengthen New England farms
In working to build a thriving family farm-centered system of agriculture, Farm Aid also funds family farm and rural service organizations through an annual grant program. Farm Aid announced that it distributed nearly a million dollars in grant funding in … Continue reading
Land For Good discusses land tenure and climate solutions with Bipartisan Policy Center’s Carbon Solutions Task Force
In our polarized political climate, it’s heartening to know that some policymakers are working together on climate issues. The Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) is a Washington, DC-based think tank that looks to promote policy ideas from both parties to advance … Continue reading
A dairy farm finds hope in a successful transfer to a new farmer
For retiring farmers, a farm transfer can take months, even years, to plan and complete. The transfer of John and Beth Haynes’ organic dairy farm took nearly seven years. Top: Haynes Dairy Farm located on Moody Hill in Claremont NH; … Continue reading
NH Farm Future Fund 2022 grant round launched
NH Association of Conservation Districts has announced it’s next grant round of the NH Farm Future Fund. The 2022 application cycle has opened! The mission of the NH Farm Future Fund is to provide funding for farm viability planning in … Continue reading
Massachusetts Take Action! Ensure an equitable food system recovery
Massachusetts Action Alert: This week the Massachusetts Senate Ways and Means Committee is drafting their version of the spending bill that will determine how federal Covid relief dollars will be spent in Massachusetts. We believe that the House bill could be … Continue reading
National Farm Viability Conference kicks off virtual event October 1st
This year’s National Farm Viability Conference, hosted by Oregon Tilth and Oregon State University’s Center for Small Farms and Community Food Systems, will feature an array of virtual programming throughout the month of October. Conference sessions will focus on strengthening … Continue reading
Exiting farmers need attorneys and other service providers who specialize in farm succession
Retiring New England farmers have identified a need for help to prepare for, plan, and navigate the complex process of farm business succession. Over 10,000 New England farmers are likely to exit farming in the next decade. Many want technical … Continue reading
More resources available when & where farmers really need it
Last year’s market disruptions created crises and opportunities for farmers. Some farmers struggled to keep their businesses afloat, others had banner years, and some were forced to consider retirement. All farmers had to adapt quickly to new realities and demand. … Continue reading
Dairy farms in Massachusetts, and across New England, are evaporating
Dairy farming is an essential part of a local and sustainable food system. Real dairy starts with real farm families. Across the US, 95% of all dairy farms are family farms. New England is home to over 1,000 dairy farms. … Continue reading
