Farm Commons

This broadcast is part II of our recorded tutorial. In part 2 we go over volunteers, apprentices, and in-kind wages. To view slides, download and watch the tutorial with the same name.

We explore in depth the six criteria you need to meet to have a true intern in this episode. To view slides, download and watch the tutorial with the same name.

In this podcast, learn more about both how farmers can reduce their risk of liability as well as how to recover if a food safety incident does occur. Note: we do not discuss specific food safety practices or added-value products. To view slides, download and watch the tutorial with the same name. Note: The link referred to at the end of the episode is: https://www.federalregister.gov/articles/2013/01/16/2013-00125/current-good-manufacturing-practice-and-hazard-analysis-and-risk-based-preventive-controls-for-human#p-1975

Get some practical advice on leasing from an experienced farmer. Dive into more specifics about leases: lease breaches, long-term lease issues, and more considerations and tips. Be sure to check out Part 1 to get the basics of leasing. To view slides, download and watch the tutorial with the same name.

Learn the basics of farmland leases in this episode. We go over the process of creating a lease and generally what to include. We also decode some lease "legaleze" - or terms you should know. To view slides, download and watch the tutorial with the same name.

Insurance is a vital component of building a farm business - but it can be a bit overwhelming! In this episode we begin to break down common scenarios and what insurance policies might cover them. We discuss property damage, injuries to guests and customers of the farm, and non-farm related injuries. Guest speaker Terri Whitesong gives some valuable tips for choosing an insurance company and agent. To view the slides, download and watch the tutorial with the same name.

In part 2, we review the remaining topics: off-farm injuries, injuries to employees as well as farm owners, and crop and livestock coverage. Guest speaker Terri Whitesong gives some final advice about how to choose an insurance policy that supports the long-term vision of your farm. To view the slides, download and watch the tutorial with the same name.

Part II of Financing a Farmland Purchase: Legal basics for traditional and non-traditional farmland purchases. We hear from a guest speaker from the USDA Farm Service Agency, as well as finish our discussion of loans and mortgages. We round out the hour by going over the following financing options: seller-financing, land contracts, investors, and partnerships. To view the slides, download and watch the tutorial with the same name.

In this podcast episode we review the legal basics of financing a farmland purchase - using both traditional and non-traditional methods. Part I explores gifts, crowdfunding, grants, and loans and mortgages. To view the slides, download and watch the tutorial with the same name.

In this part 2 episode, we continue our discussion of the legal implication of value added farm products. We cover liability, zoning, insurance, employment law, taxes and best business practices. To view the slides, download and watch the tutorial with the same name.