Making Good Farmland Agreements

This practical guide is designed to support both landowners and people looking for land. It will help you:

develop clear, respectful, and mutually beneficial farmland arrangements that last
address more than 70 key topics – like land use expectations, communication, decision-making, and dispute resolution
offer real-world examples to help you think through potential scenarios.

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In East Central Ontario, farmland access is a major barrier to new farmers. At the same time, many farmland owners have unused or underused land.

Creating thoughtful agreements helps bridge this gap; supporting new farmers, preserving farmland, and strengthening our local food system for the future.

Additional information to help you rent your land

Farmland values and lease rates in Ontario

From the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness:
- Estimated value and rental rate of farmland by county and township
University of Guelph:
- Ontario Farmland Value and Rental Value Survey Annual Survey Results

Renting your land sustainably

From the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness:
Learn the benefits of encouraging tenants to sustainably use your farmland for forage production and grazing livestock.
- https://www.ontario.ca/page/renting-your-land-sustainably

Information for Farmers and Land Renters

From Farm and Food Care Ontario:
- https://www.farmfoodcareon.org/information-for-farmers-and-land-renters/