Beginning Farmer & Land Access
Land Purchase Decision Worksheet
A worksheet for weighing the decision to buy farmland. Buyers record the land features, costs, and risks side by side so each parcel can be compared fairly.
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WorksheetBeginning Farmer & Land AccessFree PDF
What you fill in
- Parcel address and acreage
- Asking price
- Soil quality notes
- Water source and access
- Existing buildings and fences
- Annual property tax estimate
- Financing available
- Expected use and income
- Risks and unknowns
How to use this worksheet
Use the notes area for your arithmetic. Keep the finished sheet with your records so you can compare it with the next season.
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 NRCS and FSA Farm Loans.
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