Beginning Farmer & Land Access
Beginning Farmer Checklist
A checklist for beginning farmers to track the main tasks before and during the first season. Use it to confirm nothing important is skipped when starting a farm business.
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What is on this checklist
- Written farm goals and vision
- Land access secured or in progress
- Business plan drafted
- Financing sources identified
- Insurance quotes requested
- Records system chosen
- Local permits and rules checked
- Mentor or advisor contacted
- Equipment needs listed
How to use this checklist
Use one sheet per unit, pen or field. Date it, sign it, and file the finished copy so you can look back at what was found and fixed.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA and Farmers.gov.
For more in this area, see the farm loans, grants and taxes. Between chores, farm.FM has farm humor, including Farmer Jokes, and agribusiness farm stories.