Farm Finance & Management
Legal & Financial Services
The Farm & Ranch Stress Assistance Network-NC (FRSAN-NC) can help.
Do You?
- Work and/or live on a farm or ranch?
- Need help locating financial or legal services?
- Unable to afford hourly/consultation fees?
Contact the NC Farm Help Line at 844.325.3276 or info@ncfarmstress.org
Business Planning and Operations
Need help with farm finance and management? Learn how to write a business plan and explore crop insurance options.
Agricultural and Resource Economics | NC State University
Explore comprehensive resources on business planning, operations, and financial management tailored for the agricultural sector.
Visit: Agricultural and Resource Economics | NC State University
Legal Advice for Farmers
Understand when legal counsel is necessary and how to navigate legal issues that may arise in farming.
Read More: I’m a Farmer. When Do I Need a Lawyer? (NCAT.org | ATTRA)
Disaster Preparedness for Farms and Ranches
Prepare your farm or ranch for potential disasters and find assistance in the aftermath. This guide offers crucial advice for weathering storms and other crises.
Carolina Farm Credit Services
Carolina Farm Credit provides various services to help with financial issues, including bankruptcy, budgeting, and retirement planning. Free financial counseling is also available for members.
Discover More: Carolina Farm Credit Services
Estate Planning & Farm Inheritance
Did you inherit a farm or anticipate inheriting one in the future?
Planning for the Future
Making decisions and having a plan in place ahead of time can prevent unexpected financial hardship and loss of family relationships. Learn how to prepare your estate and manage farm inheritance.
Get Started: Estate Planning Resources
Managing Interests in Farm and Forest Land
Find topics and templates useful for the transfer and management of interests in farm and forest land. Proper planning can help secure your legacy for future generations.
Explore Tools: Farm and Forest Land Management Resources
Working with Farmers in Financial Crisis
Supporting Farmers in Crisis
If you want to support farmers in financial crisis but lack expertise in mental health, this resource offers practical advice on how to assist effectively.
Learn How: Support Resources from the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network Northeast
Crisis Helplines
Crisis Text Line
- Text 741741
- Crisis Text Line Website
Farm Aid
- Call 1-800-FARM-AID
- Farm Aid Website
Farmer Crisis Hotline
- Call 919-542-1396 or 866-586-6746
- RAFI USA Website
HopeLine
- Call or text 919-231-4525 or
1-877-235-4525 - HopeLine Website
Suicide Prevention
- Dial 988 or 1-800-273-TALK
- Suicide Prevention Lifeline Website
NC 211
- Dial 211
- NC 211 Website
NC Farm Helpline
Call 1-844-325-3276
Veterans Crisis Line
- Dial 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (Press ‘1’)
- Veterans Crisis Line Website