Farm Ownership
Skin in the game
Pathways to farm ownership and, equally, farm succession planning have long been meaty issues the agricultural sector has battled to address. Landify is a new online platform that could be a game changer for those on both sides of the equation. Words Rebecca Greaves.
A foot in the door ask the experts
Entering into a farming partnership is a big decision and it’s important to ensure it’s the right fit for you and your family. We ask three rural professionals for their advice around building strong partnerships that achieve good outcomes for all parties.
Better together building a successful equity partnership
With the right people and the right business structures, equity partnerships can be a win–win for all parties. They can allow retiring farmers to remain on their farm and in their community while offering a young family the opportunity to realise their farming goals. They can also allow established farmers to partner with investors to grow a land-based business. Sandra Taylor talks to three Mid-Canterbury farmers who are part of two successful, but very different equity partnerships.