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Area landowners are invited to learn about farm lease options which they may take advantage of in writing their 2011 leases through the Farm Lease Options and Decisions workshops. How can multiple year leases be structured to benefit land owners as well as tenants? How do I determine fair farm land rent?

Compare different rental agreements cash, flexible cash, crop share, and retained ownership. See how you can increase your return on your land by using personalized lease agreements tailored to your goals. Identify the benefits of including fertility and conservation practices into your lease. Discover the new lease provisions that should be in your lease agreements this year and land owner Tax Credits for working with beginning farmers. The economies impact on land values will also be discussed. Is this the time to sell or an opportunity to buy? Learn how capital gains changes, interest rates, and commodity prices impact land values.

Register for one of the following workshops by calling 515-473-7462 or by email at jan@peoplescompany.com. Registration is free.

Thursday, August 5: Waterloo at Hawkeye Community College, Tama Hall 6:00 PM

Thursday, August 12: Marshalltown at Marshalltown Community College, Continuing Education Center 6:00 PM