Farm Buying & Selling Guides
Practical checklists for buying and selling livestock, equipment, and hay directly with other farmers.
What to Ask Before Buying Cattle From a Private Seller
A practical checklist of questions to ask before buying cattle: health records, breeding history, ownership, temperament, and getting them home.
Used Farm Equipment Buying Checklist
What to check before buying a used tractor, baler, or implement: hours, maintenance records, a walkaround, a test run, and proof of ownership.
What to Ask When Buying Hay
Questions to ask before buying hay: type, cutting, bale weight, storage, testing, and delivery, so you know what you are really paying for.
How to Write a Livestock or Equipment Listing That Sells
How to write a farm listing that gets serious buyers: a clear title, the details buyers ask about, good photos, and fair, honest descriptions.