California FarmLink

California FarmLink Investing in the prosperity of farmers and ranchers through loans, education, and access to land.

We are dedicated to helping independent farmers and ranchers find the land and financing they need for a sustainable future.

A well-established and successful bamboo specialty nursery/farm in Sebastopol is seeking new stewards and owners as the ...
06/01/2026

A well-established and successful bamboo specialty nursery/farm in Sebastopol is seeking new stewards and owners as the current owners prepare for retirement. With a solid reputation as the Bay Area's bamboo experts, this business serves the greater San Francisco Bay Area and offers a unique opportunity for the right buyer to step into a thriving operation.

The nursery specializes in over 90 bamboo species, cultivated in sizes ranging from small 1-gallon pots to large specimen plants. The inventory is tailored to species that thrive in the temperate Bay Area climate, providing customers with beautiful natural privacy screens and other horticultural highlights. Additionally, there are over 80 more species available by special order.

The new owner would ideally need a site of 3-10 acres, preferably flat or gently sloping, with available water. The current owners are open to mentoring and assisting with the transition, and the business is priced at $1 million all-inclusive, with flexibility to scale to the buyer’s desired size. There is also the possibility of continuing to operate on the current site during the transition.

If you are interested, please visit our land portal for more details! 🌿

Partnership and leasing opportunity for one or multiple tenants available on gently sloped land in the Apple Hill area i...
05/23/2026

Partnership and leasing opportunity for one or multiple tenants available on gently sloped land in the Apple Hill area in Placerville. The property is 320 acres total and includes a mix of open pasture and forested areas, as well as 40 acres of former orchard and and vineyard with some fruit trees and irrigation system still in place. There has been no grazing on the property during the past year. The landholders are interested in a partnership to establish a meat goat herd, with intention to share profits.

The landholders are also open to other agricultural uses, including cattle and diversified annual and permanent crops, as long as organic and sustainable practices are followed. The goal is to build long-term relationships focused on productive land use, stewardship, and shared success.

The land is chemical-free and was previously certified organic. Available infrastructure includes a barn, shed, some perimeter fencing (needs upgrades), RV hookups with water/electricity, and access to low-cost irrigation water. Landholders live on-site, can support with certain tasks, and have marketing connections.

Flexible lease structures are available from short-term to long-term options, with the possibility of dividing acreage into smaller parcels depending on the operation. Terms will be based on use, investment, and responsibilities.

If you're interested, please register or log in to the Land Portal at California FarmLink: cafarmlink.org/land 🌿

Antonio Vazquez comenzó a trabajar en los campos de fresas de California a los 15 años. Después de más de 30 años en la ...
05/21/2026

Antonio Vazquez comenzó a trabajar en los campos de fresas de California a los 15 años. Después de más de 30 años en la industria, pasando de trabajador agrícola a mayordomo, lanzó su propia operación en Salinas con 10 acres de fresas. 🍓

En 2024, Antonio se conectó con California FarmLink para acceder a financiamiento que ayudó a expandir su finca de 10 a 17 acres para la temporada de 2025, agregar nuevo equipo y aumentar su equipo a aproximadamente 30 empleados durante la temporada alta. Después de pagar exitosamente su primer préstamo, obtuvo un segundo préstamo operativo para apoyar una expansión continua a 20 acres en 2026.

“Con el préstamo, hay menos presión. Puedes trabajar mejor sabiendo que tienes los fondos. Sin ese apoyo, no habría sido fácil. Tal vez todavía seguiría con 10 acres en lugar de haber crecido a 20.” — Antonio Vazquez

La historia de Antonio refleja el poder del financiamiento agrícola accesible para ayudar a agricultores con experiencia a expandir su producción, crear empleos y construir resiliencia económica a largo plazo en las comunidades agrícolas de California. 🌱 Lee su historia aquí o haz clic en el enlace de la biografía.

https://ow.ly/FHPU50YYuWm

Across California, farmers, ranchers, and fishers are creating resilient businesses, strengthening local food systems, a...
05/18/2026

Across California, farmers, ranchers, and fishers are creating resilient businesses, strengthening local food systems, and feeding their communities, and we’re proud to support their success. 🌱

Our 2025 Impact Report highlights the impact we’re building together:
- Over $92.7 million deployed since 2011
- 400+ borrowers supported across 39 California counties
- 56 land tenure agreements completed in 2025
- 61% minority-owned businesses served
- 1,700+ jobs created or retained in 2025

Together, we’re helping build a more equitable, resilient, and climate-smart food system across California.

🔗 Read the full report: https://ow.ly/Ly7350YYv5L

Partnership and leasing opportunity available in Santa Rosa on a former orchard and sheep grazing land. The landholder i...
05/15/2026

Partnership and leasing opportunity available in Santa Rosa on a former orchard and sheep grazing land. The landholder is seeking to collaborate with a farmer to establish an 800-foot premium cut flower farm for wedding florists using regenerative and ecological farming practices, with plans to expand to 1.5 acres by 2027. This is a part-time paid employment opportunity, with the potential to develop into an equity-sharing partnership over time. And an opportunity to lease one additional acre. Landholder lives on the property on the weekends, but there is no housing available for the potential tenant and employee.

The landholder is open to a variety of uses including orchards, grazing, poultry, flowers, and specialty crops. The land has not had chemical applications for 15 years, which may support a transition toward organic certification.

Infrastructure includes perimeter fencing, three fenced sub-sections for grazing, a domestic well with solar-powered electricity, and a former horse barn available for storage.

If you're interested, please register or log in to the Land Portal at California FarmLink: cafarmlink.org/land 🌿

We’re excited to announce California FarmLink’s first-ever Policy Principles, shaping our advocacy for farm, ranch, fish...
05/13/2026

We’re excited to announce California FarmLink’s first-ever Policy Principles, shaping our advocacy for farm, ranch, fishing, and rural communities across California.

These principles guide our work across six key areas: agricultural credit, financial resilience, land access, climate resilience, healthy communities, and water. They reflect our commitment to advancing equitable access to land and capital, strengthening rural economies, and supporting climate-smart agriculture. 🌱

Read the full blog to learn more about our policy priorities and what’s next for FarmLink:
👉 https://ow.ly/3kta50YYv4h

We are looking for a Controller to join our dedicated team. In this role, you'll set the tone for transparency and clari...
05/12/2026

We are looking for a Controller to join our dedicated team. In this role, you'll set the tone for transparency and clarity, modeling best practices for effective and efficient stewardship of Foundation funds.

If you have a strong finance background and are passionate about community development and sustainable agriculture, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and make a meaningful impact. Visit the link to learn more. 🌱
https://ow.ly/xSj250YYtCe

🌱 Up to 23 acres available for lease in Bennett Valley, Santa Rosa, suitable for crop production including permanent cro...
05/08/2026

🌱 Up to 23 acres available for lease in Bennett Valley, Santa Rosa, suitable for crop production including permanent crops and orchards. Formerly planted in vineyards, the land offers an opportunity for agricultural use.

Water is available through a well owned by the landholder, as well as a larger shared well on a neighboring parcel that was also part of the former vineyard.

The landholder is open to leasing to one or multiple tenants depending on needs and intended use, and may consider a longer-term lease arrangement.

Learn more by registering or logging into the Land Portal at California FarmLink: cafarmlink.org/land 🌿

Succession planning is one of the most important business decisions in agriculture, and one of the most complex. 🌱 If r...
05/08/2026

Succession planning is one of the most important business decisions in agriculture, and one of the most complex. 🌱 If retirement is on your horizon within 15 years, now is the time to build a clear path forward.

We’re accepting applications for The Regenerator: A Year of Farm Succession Planning, a comprehensive course helping California farm and ranch families build personalized succession plans with guidance from trusted professionals and peer support.

Starting November 2026, participants dive into critical topics like family communication, business and land valuation, estate and tax planning, conservation strategies, and innovative land transfer methods, gaining the skills and confidence to navigate the complexities of succession planning.

Click the link in bio or visit cafarmlink.org/courses/the-regenerator to learn more. 🌾

Lease, partnership, and mentoring opportunity in Santa Rosa. The landholder is looking to collaborate with a farmer on a...
05/01/2026

Lease, partnership, and mentoring opportunity in Santa Rosa. The landholder is looking to collaborate with a farmer on a nursery business through a partnership, and there are an additional 3-4 acres of land available for lease.

The property includes a home, nursery, habitat zone, seasonal creek, protected vernal pools, and existing water infrastructure. Organic practices are required; the land has never been treated with chemicals, and may be eligible for organic certification.

Lease terms are flexible, and there is an option for on-site housing. The landholder is open to more than one lessee, and is willing to mentor in horticulture and explore future development opportunities with a partner.

Learn more by registering or logging into the Land Portal at California FarmLink: cafarmlink.org/land 🌱

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