Two Families and Their Farmland Connection in Kane County

Two Families and Their Farmland Connection in Kane County

We’re happy to report that The Land Connection’s Illinois FarmLink program helped make a farmland connection story happen in Kane County. In October 2023, Mark Harbecke of the town of Sycamore in DeKalb County signed a five-year lease agreement with the Kanchwala...
Getting Real with Farmland Succession

Getting Real with Farmland Succession

It’s easy to get lost in the details of different legal, financial, and tax considerations when it comes to farmland succession planning.  A few weeks ago, Illinois FarmLink organized a succession event with American Farmland Trust in Homer, Illinois. The focus was on...
FarmLink Friends – Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition

FarmLink Friends – Illinois Grazing Lands Coalition

One of our most common pieces of advice to farmers looking for land and landowners looking for farmers is this – build your network of people and organizations. Even in the 21st century, there is no substitute for the information, advice, connections, and support you...