An option for people who want to invest but cannot manage daily farm work
Investment With the Farm
Possible topics to include in an agreement
Amount invested and animal ownership
Who pays feed, medicine, transport and labor costs
Profit/loss sharing method
Sale timing and who approves a sale
Animal illness, death or market-price risk
Record keeping and payment schedule
Before You Invest
Livestock investment has real business, animal-health and market risks. Do not rely only on a verbal promise. Verify the animals and use a written agreement.
Interested?
Contact the owner to discuss available animals and possible terms.