Increased public concern about urban sprawl, loss of agricultural land and preservation of wildlife habitat has resulted in greater resource investment for the purchase of conservation easements, development rights and other programs to keep ag land in production. With the potential to increase public and private sector funding dedicated to ag land preservation, there may be more tools available to help farmers survive the current down cycle in the ag economy and contribute to a legacy of agricultural and environmental harmony. With a long-term commitment to ag land preservation, what are the implications for the lender, the neighbor and the flexibility for business decisions in the future?