Real Estate Spotlight: Ontario Farmland Market, Farm Succession & Preserving Farm Legacies with Cathy Hay
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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Ontario Farmland Market, Farm Succession & Preserving Farm Legacies —
with Cathy Hay
What is happening in the Ontario farmland market? Are land values still climbing? Who's buying farmland today,and what does the future look like for farm families thinking about buying, selling, or transitioning their operations?
In this episode of the Impact Farming Show, we sit down with Cathy Hay, Realtor/Broker with Realty Executives Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage, Eastern Ontario. Cathy specializes in agricultural real estate and has spent years helping farm families navigate one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions they'll ever make.
From current market trends to succession planning and preserving family legacies, Cathy shares practical insights every Ontario farm family should hear.
In This Episode
- Cathy shares her journey into agricultural real estate and her passion for serving farm families.
- A look at the current Ontario farmland market and whether conditions are heating up, cooling off, or stabilizing.
- The types of farmland buyers are searching for today and how demand is changing.
- Recent farmland value trends and what has been driving prices.
- Who's purchasing farmland today—from expanding farm families to outside investors.
- What is motivating sellers in today's market.
- Regional differences across Ontario and how local markets compare.
- The impact of higher interest rates on farmland sales and buyer confidence.
- Cathy's outlook for the Ontario farmland market over the next 12 to 24 months.
- Practical advice for farmers considering buying or selling farmland.
- How Cathy helps farm families navigate succession when there isn't a next generation ready to take over.
Key Takeaways
Farmland is much more than a financial asset—it's often a family's legacy. Successfully navigating today's market requires balancing business decisions with long-term family goals. Whether you're expanding your operation, preparing for retirement, or exploring succession options, understanding current market conditions can help you make more informed decisions................................
🔗Connect with Cathy Hay:
For more information about Cathy Hay and her farm real estate services, visit her website:
Realty Executives Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage
🌐https://www.realtyexecutives.com/agents/catherine-hay
or
Connect with Cathy Hay through Farm Marketer:
🌐https://www.farmmarketer.com/cathy-hay
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ABOUT THE GUEST:
Cathy HayRealtor/Broker | Realty Executives Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage, Eastern Ontario
Cathy Hay is a Realtor/Broker with Realty Executives Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage in Eastern Ontario. She specializes in agricultural real estate, helping farm families buy, sell, and transition farms while preserving the legacy and future of agricultural operations.
Connect with Cath Hay: Email / Website / Phone: (613) 851-0954 / Facebook /
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* Disclaimer - As always, this information is not intended to provide business or medical advice. To ensure that your own circumstances have been properly considered and that action is taken based on the latest information available, you should obtain professional advice from qualified business or medical professionals before acting on any of the information in this post.
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