Ag Real Estate

Landlord/Tenant Cash Rent Workshops to Offer Updates on Leasing Practices, Farm Transition and More

November 22, 2024

Take the first step toward informed land decisions and lasting success —attend a workshop in this December series focused on flexible leasing agreements, custom farming solutions, and professional management approaches that suit your needs.

Snow on cornstalk field — UNL ag finance/economy experts Jim Jansen and Anastasia Meyer will share insights on 2024 cash rental rates, farm programs, and lease considerations in Nebraska during the Nov. 18 Land Management Quarterly webinar.

Ag Land Management Webinar Planned on Cash Rents, Farm Programs, Leasing

November 7, 2024

This free webinar on Nov. 18 is ideal for landowners, operators, and others interested in agricultural land trends and leasing guidance.

Woman holds young boy on farm — Estate planning with life insurance can provide a fair inheritance for all heirs, keeping keep farm succession plans smooth and balanced for all family members.

Ideas for Estate and Transition Planning: Life Insurance Inheritance Equalization

October 24, 2024

Learn how farmers can use life insurance to divide assets between "on-farm" and "off-farm" heirs, ensuring a fair distribution of assets upon passing of the insured.

Ag Smart Money Week: Free Events Nov. 4-8

October 24, 2024

Unlock financial success at Ag Smart Money Week — join free in-person and virtual sessions tailored for farmers and ranchers to improve financial management, reduce production costs, and handle risks with confidence.

Aerial view of farmland — Farmers and ranchers should work closely with estate planning professionals to structure their estates in a way that leverages stepped-up basis, ensuring that the transition to the next generation is as financially efficient as possible. (CAP photo)

Estate Planning: Stepped-up Tax Basis

August 23, 2024

The stepped-up basis provision is particularly advantageous in estate planning for farmers and ranchers due to the significant appreciation of agricultural assets over time. Learn more in this article from extension.

Field of cover crops — Cover crops are increasingly being adopted by producers in Nebraska for their long-term environmental benefits and potential for immediate economic use through grazing and forage. (CAP photo)

Cover Crop Utilization, Implications for Cropland Lease Arrangements in 2024

August 23, 2024

The long-term environmental benefits of cover crops often extend beyond the duration of current lease agreements, leading to considerations in lease negotiations, particularly regarding rental discounts for tenants who plant cover crops.