LAND ACCESS

 Land Access has consistently been determined, by young and beginning farmers, as the greatest issue of our time. Finding affordable, accessible, and workable land is quite the challenge, but there are many resources in our wonderful state of Colorado to assist farmers with this very problem. LCFA would love to help you if you are trying to find the perfect spot for your farm here in Larimer County.

We've compiled a list of resources that we find most useful in regards to Land Access. Check out these great organizations that are doing fantastic work to educate young and beginning farmers on what it takes to find, finance, and secure land, and to make land more accessible for all farmers.

-The most comprehensive resource for Colorado Land Seekers trying to find farm land for lease, purchase, or cooperation, and also for Land Owners looking to have their land be of use to farmers and ranchers.

https://guidestonecolorado.org/colorado-land-link/

-A fantastic free course for farmers that want to learn more about every aspect of accessing farm land and how to begin a farm operation with some good legs.

https://www.youngfarmers.org/finding-farmland-course/

-Compiled lists of general resources: Everything from how to find, lease, or purchase land to how to create a business plan and access the finances needed to start or run a farm.

https://farmland.org/land-access-resources/

https://guidestonecolorado.org/colorado-land-link/land-link-resources/

https://buildingfarmers.com/resources/

-Finding Farm Land Calculator: a resource to figure out how much land tenure might cost, what financial assistance you may be eligible for, and how much you may be able to afford.

https://www.youngfarmers.org/land-access/calculator/

-Assistance working with Land Trusts:

http://equitytrust.org/farms-for-farmers/

There are so many other organizations that are doing awesome work in this field and we are sure we've left some out. If, after looking through these resources, you'd still like some personal help finding farmland in Larimer County, please contact us and we'd be happy to do as much as we can to be of assistance. Lastly, LCFA has a private list of land owners that are offering their land for lease or purchase to young and beginning farmers. If you would like this list please reach out and we will contact you shortly. If you are a land owner and would like to get on the list let us know and we can add you.