Buyer Guides for Farm and Ranch Property
Questions to investigate before you make an offer on agricultural property, and who usually answers each one. For the whole path from goal to first season, see Getting started.
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These guides are written and waiting for editorial and specialist review. We do not publish agronomic or technical guidance before it is reviewed.
- Farm Buyer Due Diligence: What to Check and Who Checks It A buyer's guide to checking access, water, leases, soil, usable acres, restrictions, buildings, utilities, what is included in the sale, surveys and title before you commit to a farm.
- Farm Leases and Tenancies When You Buy a Farm Existing farm, grazing, hunting, energy and CRP agreements can affect a property you buy. Learn the common types, how they may transfer, and why to ask an attorney early.
- Water Rights, Wells and Ponds When Buying Farmland A well, pond, spring or irrigation system does not by itself establish a legal water right. Learn how water law works in general terms and who to ask before you buy.