A list of organizations that provide information and resources.
American Farmland Trust - Works nationally to protect farmland, promote sound farming practices, and keep farmers on the
land.
Carrot Project - Supports agricultural businesses by addressing the most important gaps at the intersections of
financial security, racial and economic justice, financial barriers to farmland access, and farmers’ ability to weather major disruptions. They do this as business advisors and
through education, advocacy, and research.
Land for Good - Works to ensure the future of farming in New England by providing support and guidance to help farmers,
landowners and communities navigate the complex challenges of affordable and equitable farmland access, tenure, and transfer.
Legal Food Hub - Provides pro bono legal assistance, workshops, and training to farmers in order to foster a
sustainable and resilient food system.
Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources- Supports,
regulates and enhances the rich diversity of the Commonwealth’s agricultural community to promote economically and environmentally sound food safety and animal
health measures, and fulfill agriculture’s role in energy conservation and production.
Massachusetts Farm Bureau - Works to strengthen a diverse agricultural community by supporting and advocating for Massachusetts
farm families.
Natural Resources Conservation Service - A federal agency
that works with the people of Massachusetts to improve and protect soil, water and other natural resources.