Leverage the Innovative Farmland Commons Model to Ignite Regeneration
How to make impact on the transition of 400,000,000 acres of farmland in the next 2 decades
Led By: Kristina Villa + Ian McSweeney
Now, an unprecedented opportunity arises before us: the chance to make a positive impact on the transition of roughly 400,000,000 acres of farmland, set to change hands through sale or inheritance in the next two decades. This immense transfer of wealth ranks among the largest the world has ever witnessed, and the way this land is transferred and managed holds greater significance than ever before.
We are hosting this workshop to help expand our view of how land and people can work together to create more regenerative and equitable outcomes.
This workshop will:
Offer insights into the history and perspective of Conservation and Community Land Trusts
Familiarize you with the innovative Farmland Commons model
Present the framework and specifics of the land trust model addressing ownership, tenure, stewardship, and equity within the Farmland Commons
Explore pathways for sellers, buyers, Regenerative Real Estate practitioners, and the land to connect, collaborate, and mutually benefit
This workshop is tailored for individuals who:
Have a connection to land and finances
Work as realtors
Own land
Provide funding for land-related projects
Advocate for land-related causes
Are involved in the transaction and transition of land
Seek to shift their focus from transactions to community-centered land relationships.
Kindly extend invitations to your colleagues so that together, we can support the efforts of The Farmer’s Land Trust. By doing so, we aim to address historical injustices, explore avenues to de-commodify land, and foster a conversation where equitable access and regenerative land management practices can flourish.
ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:
Kristina Villa and Ian McSweeney have dedicated their efforts to establishing and engaging with more than 100 land trusts, community organizations, as well as regional, state, and federal partners. Through these collaborations, they have provided crucial support to over 100 farm projects, ensuring their success in achieving protection, secure tenure, agricultural sustainability, responsible stewardship, and fostering community and commons ownership and tenure structures.