Land Policy Towards a More Equitable Farming Future

or many farmers and ranchers, access to land is the greatest challenge to starting, growing, or sustaining a farm. Rising land prices, development pressure, and generations of unequal access have made it increasingly difficult for new and historically underserved producers to find secure, affordable farmland.

This report explores why land access is central to the future of agriculture and why it is deeply connected to issues of racial equity, food sovereignty, economic opportunity, public health, and climate resilience. It examines the barriers farmers face, highlights the policies and systems that have shaped those challenges, and offers recommendations for creating a more equitable path forward.

Whether you're a policymaker, advocate, land steward, or farmer, this resource provides valuable context for understanding today's land access crisis and the role each of us can play in addressing it. We hope it encourages informed action, strengthens advocacy efforts, and reminds farmers that their experiences and voices are essential to shaping a more just future for our land and food systems.

Explore the report here to learn more about the challenges, opportunities, and policy solutions that can help expand equitable access to farmland.

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