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There are many risks that can cause farmland to leave a family, and the type and severity of risks to a family should be analyzed and understood. The "Keeping Farmland in the Family" publication from our partner The Ohio State University Extension's Ag & Resource Law Program discusses common risks and provides examples of how risk can result in a loss of farmland:https://farmoffice.osu.edu/sites/aglaw/files/site-library/LawBulletins/Keeping_Farmland%20_in_the_Family.pdf

Great to be at Berry College yesterday for the second meeting of the Joint Study Committee on Generational Sustainability of Family Farms.

From data centers and disaster relief to fuel and fertilizer prices to stopping consolidation and restoring competition, we are addressing the challenges facing farm families across Georgia head on.

Great event, strong turnout, thank you for allowing us to be part of it.

It started with a dream and became a journey. Discover how GAFarm Link helped Darnell Dugger bring his farming vision to life.

This is from the latest edition of Georgia Market Bulletin, Athens Land Trust, American Farmland Trust, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper

Great event, strong turn out and indeph conversations.

Upper Ocmulgee River Soil and Water Conservation District Awards Winner of Poster Contest

Education is a critical element of the conservation effort at the local, state and national levels. Educating young people about the benefits of conservation helps to ensure the next generation will be wise stewards of America’s natural resources.

Upper Ocmulgee River Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) offered the Georgia Association of Conservation District’s (GACD) poster contest to public, private and homeschooled students from 6th through 8th grade in the schools throughout the Upper Ocmulgee River SWCD. Each year, the winning posters reflect GACD’s annual Stewardship theme and highlight the work of Conservation Districts to protect and enhance natural resources. This year’s theme, “Soil. Where it all Begins.”, celebrates the incredible power of soil to support life in all its forms. Soil is not just the ground we walk on. It is the starting point for healthy food, clean water, thriving habitats, and resilient communities. From backyard gardens to forests and city parks, everything begins with what is beneath our feet.

There was one overall winner, a 8th grade student at Piedmont Academy. As 1st place winner was Will Pope claimed a $100.00 prize and earned submission to the GACD State Poster Contest. The awards were presented in Monticello, Ga at the Upper Ocmulgee River SWCD meeting by Chairman Tim Anderson and GACD’s NE Regional Program Manager, Dana Tripp, on September 15, 2026. GACD and local Conservation Districts encourage Georgia’s youth to practice conservation efforts that benefit Georgia communities.

All packed and ready to head down to Fort Valley State University College of Agriculture, for this important workshop on Thursday 24, with Georgia Heirs Property Law Center

NEXT WEEK: Landowner Workshop at Fort Valley State University Agricultural Technology Center!

On Thursday, September 24th, the Center, The Longleaf Alliance, Georgia Forestry Commission, and Southeast Forestry NWF are hosting an informative event for landowners looking to learn more about heirs property, estate planning, and forestry resources. Register today at https://longleafalliance.org/event/heirs/.

Join Birds Georgia and the Georgia Forestry Foundation for a guided birding walk in Covington, GA!

Learn about habitat stewardship on Georgia's working forests and how actions can be taken to benefit both Georgia's private landowners and the birds that rely on these spaces. Participants will see the benefits of these actions in person while exploring a portion of the 2,700 acre Little Springs Farm and its diverse habitats.

Along the way, we'll enjoy a great variety of birdlife around the property, from soaring raptors to migrating warblers.

A light breakfast will be provided before we venture out on our walk.

Register to attend at the link in the comments ➡️

A smart read

Estate planning expert Mark McLaughlin weighs in on how to manage non-farming heirs’ expectations when making a succession plan. Read more below: