Agricultural Commission surveys farmers on land access, support needs
Commission reviewed farm survey and discussed farmer support needs. Results from 73 responses showed most respondents were Lincoln residents operating less than 3 acres for over 10 years. The Commission agreed to pursue grants, bulk purchasing, and climate-change resources for farmers. Members
Agricultural Commission · Meeting of April 9, 2026
LINCOLN — Commission reviewed farm survey and discussed farmer support needs. Results from 73 responses showed most respondents were Lincoln residents operating less than 3 acres for over 10 years. The Commission agreed to pursue grants, bulk purchasing, and climate-change resources for farmers.
Members assigned follow-up tasks including further survey analysis, outreach to Conservation Commission on leasing practices, and contact with potential grant resources. Heather Anderson's spring newsletter received positive feedback.
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Source: the Agricultural Commission meeting of April 9, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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