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Oregon Conservation Programs
Easements
Program level:
State
Land use:
Agriculture
Provider:
Oregon Agricultural Trust (OAT)
Benefits provided:
Financial
Water-focused program:
No
Our primary tool is a working land easement — a voluntary agreement where the landowner sells or donates their development rights to keep their land available for agriculture forever.
Overview
Description:
Working land easements allow farmers and ranchers to:
Permanently protect their land from development and fragmentation
Continue agricultural and forestry production
Get cash from their real estate without selling off or developing parcels— this can be helpful for succession planning or business expansion.
Reduce the property value, making it more affordable to the next generation
Eligibility:
N/A
Financial benefit:
Landowners can receive a charitable tax credit and/or cash
Contact information
Contact person:
Alice Willamson
Organization:
Phone number:
503-798-8502
Email:
Information last updated on July 1, 2022.
Planning Importance
Developing a forest, agricultural, or conservation plan helps identify and prioritize objectives for landowners. These objectives can determine what type programs to search for. Supporting organizations in your area often provide free consultation and planning.
Landscape Characteristics
See how your land fits into the broader context of regional conservation, ecosystem services, and working lands' values across the landscape through our interactive mapper tool. It could help you determine which program is a good fit for you!
Contact Us
This tool is meant for you. If you have any ideas for improvement, are struggling to find something, having difficulty navigating, or program info is incorrect or missing, please contact Rachel SantaOlalla and she will fix it ASAP.
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