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Farmland purchase debate and leasing options explored
William Crowley explains farmland buying versus leasing at Michigan State University. The discussion covers price versus earnings, regional factors, discount rates, breakeven values, land appreciation risks, and the role of environmental controls. Leasing offers cash flow benefits but lacks ownership upside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Crowley
Natural Resource Economics Division
USDA
Michigan State University