The Farmland Exchange

Soil is the foundation of farming—but when it comes to buying and selling farmland, how much does a classification really matter? In this episode of The Farmland Exchange Podcast, host Devon Davidson is joined by Roy Carter, CEO of CLHbid.com, and special guest Tim Garner (P. Ag), professional agrologist and founder of Garner Vegetation Control. Together, they take a deep dive into the history, purpose, and modern relevance of soil classifications in Western Canada. We’ll explore: ✅  How soil classification began, where the data came from, and whether surveyors really walked the land decades ago. ✅  The differences between the Canada Land Inventory (CLI) and provincial soil systems—and why a Manitoba soil map may not look like Alberta or Saskatchewan. ✅  Whether a CLI 1 or 2 rating always means top value, or if subclasses like drainage, salinity, and stoniness play just as big a role. ✅ How soil restrictions (acidity, salinity, fertility) interact with micronutrients like lime, copper, or zinc—can they be managed or minimized? ✅  The risks (erosion, compaction, climate change) that can shift soil quality over time, and how tools like satellite imagery and precision ag are changing the way we measure productivity. ✅  Why strong management practices can sometimes outweigh a lower soil class rating—and the misconceptions buyers and sellers often have about “good” versus “bad” land. ✅  The future of Soil ClassificationsIf you’ve ever wondered why farmland maps don’t always tell the whole story—or how much weight to put on a soil number when buying or selling—this episode is for you. 📺 Watch On YouTube | Ep. 12Have Questions? Send Us A Text!Interested In Selling Farm Land? If the time comes to sell your farm land, we would be honoured to have a no-obligation conversation with you. Selling Farm Land, It's All We Do.📧 [email protected]📲 (866) 263-7480👨‍💻 Learn MoreInterested In Buying Farm Land? If you're looking to expand your operation, we can help with that too. Visit our website to view all upcoming farm land sales across Western Canada; and be sure to subscribe to our weekly email newsletter so you never miss a sale! 👨‍💻 View Upcoming Sales📰 Subscribe To NewsletterFind Us On Social MediaFacebook...

Irrigation can be the difference between average returns and record harvests—but what really sets irrigated farmland apart, and how do water rights and taxation come into play when buying or selling? In this episode of The Farmland Exchange Podcast, host Devon Davidson is joined by Roy Carter, CEO of CLHbid.com; and special guest Bruce Warkentin, National Leader of Horticulture and Irrigation at MNP. Together, they break down the complexities of irrigation in Western Canada and what it means for farmers, investors, and landowners. We’ll explore: ✅  What makes irrigated farmland different from dryland acres—and how it changes yield potential, risk, and valuation. ✅  Opportunities for irrigation expansion across Western Canada, and the challenges of water access, infrastructure, and regulation. ✅  Taxation issues unique to irrigated land—why purchase price allocations matter when land, infrastructure, and water rights are all part of a sale. ✅  How water rights work in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, and why their transferability, security, and taxation matter. ✅  The benefits of a functioning water rights market, from attracting capital to improving bank security and optimizing farm assets. ✅  The growing trend of farmers divesting poorer-performing land to focus resources on high-quality, high-producing acres—and what that means for the future of farmland ownership. If you’ve ever wanted to understand the value drivers behind irrigated farmland, the nuances of water rights, or why margins are reshaping farm ownership decisions, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 📺 Watch On YouTube | Ep. 11Have Questions? Send Us A Text!Interested In Selling Farm Land? If the time comes to sell your farm land, we would be honoured to have a no-obligation conversation with you. Selling Farm Land, It's All We Do.📧 [email protected]📲 (866) 263-7480👨‍💻 Learn MoreInterested In Buying Farm Land? If you're looking to expand your operation, we can help with that too. Visit our website to view all upcoming farm land sales across Western Canada; and be sure to subscribe to our weekly email newsletter so you never miss a sale! 👨‍💻 View Upcoming Sales📰 Subscribe To NewsletterFind Us On Social MediaFacebook...

When it comes to selling farmland, one of the most important—and often most confusing— topics is tax. In this episode of The Farmland Exchange, host Devon Davidson is joined by Bridget Hennigar (COO at CLHbid.com) and John Schappert (CPA, Tax Advisor for Chan Tax Law) for a deep dive into the Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption (LCGE), Qualified Farm and Fishing Property (QFFP), and the tax strategies that can make a major difference when selling farmland.Together, they explain how the LCGE works, who qualifies, and why careful planning—sometimes years in advance—is essential for maximizing savings and protecting your family’s long-term goals. From Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) and Canadian Entrepreneur Incentive (CEI) changes to succession planning and intergenerational transfers, this conversation gives farmland sellers the insight they need to avoid costly mistakes.We’ll explore:✅  Basics and importance of the Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption (LCGE) ✅  What qualifies as QFFP—and key differences before/after June 17, 1987✅  Financial impact for farmland sellers overlooking LCGE✅  How ownership structure impacts the Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption✅  Recent tax law changes, including AMT and CEI✅  Tax planning ahead of a sale and strategies to involve family members✅  Info for executors & beneficiaries handling farmland sales through estates✅  Corporate tax planning, rollovers, and intergenerational transfer strategies to keep the farm in the familyIf you’ve wondered how to navigate the complexities of farmland tax planning, this episode is for you📺 Watch On YouTube | Ep. 10 - LCGE & Corporate Tax PlanningHave Questions? Send Us A Text!Interested In Selling Farm Land? If the time comes to sell your farm land, we would be honoured to have a no-obligation conversation with you. Selling Farm Land, It's All We Do.📧 [email protected]📲 (866) 263-7480👨‍💻 Learn MoreInterested In Buying Farm Land? If you're looking to expand your operation, we can help with that too. Visit our website to view all upcoming farm land sales across Western Canada; and be sure to subscribe to our weekly email newsletter so you never miss a sale! 👨‍💻 View Upcoming Sales📰 Subscribe To NewsletterFind Us On Social MediaFacebook...

In this special episode of The Farmland Exchange Podcast, we take a deep dive into the incredible story of the Meyer family farm with special guest Jesse Meyer. As the son of accomplished farmer Leo Meyer, Jesse shares firsthand experiences growing up on the land that his family built from the ground up after emigrating from Switzerland to the Peace Region in the early 1980s. Joined by hosts Devon Davidson, Alle Carter (Legal & Executive Team, CLHbid.com), and Roy Carter (CEO, CLHbid.com), Jesse reflects on his father’s legacy, the challenges of starting from scratch, and the innovative farming practices that shaped their operation. We'll Explore: ✅  The Meyer family's move to Canada, overcoming tough times in the '80s✅  Leo Meyer's Swiss farming roots and how they influenced his approach✅  How renting land laid the foundation for their long-term success✅  Finding new markets and pioneering crops like rye and winter wheat ✅  Leo's ability to think outside the box and chart his own path in agriculture ✅  Leo's off-farm ventures and involvement in agriculture boards ✅  The importance of engaging the next generation early in the business From resilience in the face of adversity to forward-thinking strategies that set the Meyer farm apart, Jesse provides an inspiring look at what it takes to build a lasting legacy in agriculture. 🔊 Tune in for a compelling conversation about farming, family, and forging your own path in the industry! 📺 Watch On YouTube | Ep. 09 - Growing Up On The Meyer FarmHave Questions? Send Us A Text!Interested In Selling Farm Land? If the time comes to sell your farm land, we would be honoured to have a no-obligation conversation with you. Selling Farm Land, It's All We Do.📧 [email protected]📲 (866) 263-7480👨‍💻 Learn MoreInterested In Buying Farm Land? If you're looking to expand your operation, we can help with that too. Visit our website to view all upcoming farm land sales across Western Canada; and be sure to subscribe to our weekly email newsletter so you never miss a sale! 👨‍💻 View Upcoming Sales📰 Subscribe To NewsletterFind Us On Social MediaFacebook...

Valuing farmland isn’t as straightforward as it seems—and when it comes to traditional appraisals, the numbers often don’t add up. In this episode of The Farmland Exchange Podcast, host Devon Davidson is joined by Roy Carter, CEO of CLHbid.com, and Alle Carter, member of the legal and executive teams at CLHbid.com, to break down the complexities of farmland valuation. In this episode, we’ll explore: ✅  Why valuing farmland is uniquely challenging – what factors make it different from other real estate? ✅  Why traditional appraisals don’t work for agricultural land (and the pitfalls of title-acre-based valuations). ✅  How surface lease revenue (SLR) affects land value – can we quantify its impact, especially when expiration looms? ✅  The power of aggregation – why producers pay a premium for larger assemblages of land and whether there’s a formula to determine that added value. If you’ve ever wondered why two seemingly identical parcels of farm land can fetch wildly different prices, or why traditional valuation methods fall short in the agricultural sector, this is the episode for you.📺 Watch On YouTube | Ep. 08 - Inherent Difficulties in Appraising FarmlandTune in to learn how CLHbid.com transforms the estate land sale process with expertise, transparency, and a focus on maximizing value for all parties involved.Have Questions? Send Us A Text!Interested In Selling Farm Land? If the time comes to sell your farm land, we would be honoured to have a no-obligation conversation with you. Selling Farm Land, It's All We Do.📧 [email protected]📲 (866) 263-7480👨‍💻 Learn MoreInterested In Buying Farm Land? If you're looking to expand your operation, we can help with that too. Visit our website to view all upcoming farm land sales across Western Canada; and be sure to subscribe to our weekly email newsletter so you never miss a sale! 👨‍💻 View Upcoming Sales📰 Subscribe To NewsletterFind Us On Social MediaFacebook...