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The words “farm” and “rural” are integral to the ASFMRA name. They signify our sole focus — and the special expertise of our members, especially those who have chosen to achieve professional designation from ASFMRA. 

 

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Agricultural land and rural property are unique. It takes a special understanding, insight and appreciation for rural property and agricultural assets in order to manage and assess their value. Explore our professional accreditation and continuing education programs.


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The American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA) is the only professional society specifically focused on education and training related to farm management, rural valuation and agricultural consulting. 


 

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    ASFMRA AgNews - Vol. 13 Issue XLXII [December 11, 2018]

    By: ASFMRA Press 2 days ago
    Posted in: Ag News

    Land Sales Picking Up But low crop prices along with tariff and trade uncertainly will keep a lid on bids. Interest ...

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    ASFMRA AgNews - Vol. 13 Issue XLXI [December 4, 2018]

    By: ASFMRA Press 8 days ago
    Posted in: Ag News

    Farmland Values Stable For the eighth consecutive quarter farmland values in the Seventh Federal Reserve District remained ...

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    ASFMRA AgNews - Vol. 13 Issue XLX [November 27, 2018]

    By: ASFMRA Press 15 days ago
    Posted in: Ag News

    New Survey of Farmland Values Paints a Mixed Picture A new survey on Midwest farms is painting a mixed picture in regards ...

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    ASFMRA AgNews - Vol. 13 Issue XLIX [November 20, 2018]

    By: ASFMRA Press 22 days ago
    Posted in: Ag News

    Various Factors Affect Demand for Land Crop yields, interest rates, tariff situation and negotiation of new farm bill ...

 

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    CA Chapter President, JoAnn Wall, ARA Quoted in Wall ...

    By: Ms. Suzie Roget , yesterday
    Posted in: Ag Open Forum

    JoAnn Wall, ARA, President of the California Chapter, ASFMRA was quoted in a very interesting Wall Street Journal article today (December 11) - Harvard Quietly Amasses California Vineyards - and the Water Underneath.   SHANDON, Calif.-Steve Sinton, ...

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    SBA Guaranteed Poultry Loans

    By: Mr. Scott McKennon, ARA , yesterday
    Posted in: Ag Open Forum

    The Comment period ends December 18th. Please take the time to make comments opposing the "identity of interest rule. ​SBA PROPOSED CHANGES IN THE POULTRY INDUSTRY The US Small Business Administration (SBA) is proposing to amend various regulations ...

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    Early 1990 sales

    By: Mr. James Rothermich, MAI , 2 days ago
    Posted in: Ag Open Forum

    I have been asked to do an appraisal on farm with an effective date in 1990.  I have found unimproved sales in the area.  I am looking for improved sales that would have grain bin set up, machine sheds, cattle feedlot, or any combination thereof.  I would ...