Most farms in Canada change hands at a multiple of their normalized earnings, typically EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization), adjusted for owner add-backs. The multiple itself depends on your size, location, growth trajectory, and how much the business depends on you, the owner.
Farms and agriculture operations are valued on both the underlying land and assets and the earnings of the operation, which are often assessed separately. Owned productive land, secured supply contracts or quota, and a modern, well-maintained equipment base lift value; heavy reliance on leased land, commodity-price swings, and an owner who runs every part of the operation weigh it down.
Pushes the number up
- Owned, productive land and buildings
- Secured supply contracts or quota (where applicable)
- A modern, well-maintained equipment base
- Diversified crops, livestock, or revenue streams
Pulls the number down
- Heavy reliance on leased land
- Commodity-price and weather exposure
- Owner runs every part of the operation
- Aging equipment due for replacement
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Get My InsightsFarms are valued on both the land and assets and the earnings of the operation, which are often assessed separately. Land ownership, contracts or quota, and equipment all move the number. Clariva shows the benchmark range for your size and province.
The operating business is valued on its earnings, while land and buildings are often valued on their own. Owned land, quota, and diversified revenue push toward the higher end. Enter your numbers to see your range.
Often, yes. The land and buildings are frequently valued on their own, with the operating business assessed on its earnings. Owning productive land supports the overall deal.
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