Entering Farming with Confidence: Understanding the PA Farm Link Land Linking Database
This webinar is designed for entering farmers interested in using the PA Farm Link Land Linking Database as a tool for land access. PA Farm Link staff will provide a guided overview of the database, including step-by-step navigation for creating an account, building and strengthening your profile, and effectively searching for opportunities. The session will include practical tips for presenting your goals and experience, an overview of available PA Farm Link resources, and connections to relevant external support organizations. Dedicated time will be provided for participant questions to ensure attendees leave with a clear understanding of how to use the database with confidence.
- April 22nd 2026 | 5:30 PM
- Online Webinar - Register For Zoom Link!
- Presenter: Allie Staley, PA Farm Link
Meet The Speakers
Allie Staley, PFL
Allie Staley is the Program Development Associate for Pennsylvania Farm Link. She supports farmers across the state through education, outreach, and farm succession guidance. She joined PA Farm Link in September 2024 and is an IFTN Certified Farm Succession Facilitator.
Originally from Long Island, New York, Allie now lives in Adams County’s fruit belt. She holds a BA from SUNY Old Westbury and an MA from Millersville University. Outside of work, she cares for three rescue dogs, a rescue cat, and a small flock of laying hens.
Michelle Kirk, PFL
A third-generation farmer, Michelle spent more than 20 years farming full-time, raising beef cattle with her husband on his family’s “pasture-to-plate” beef operation in Chester County. In 2000, they moved to Adams County, Pennsylvania, where they owned and operated a cow/calf operation until 2016.
As PA Farm Link’s Database Program Associate, Michelle manages the organization’s land- linking database, helping connect landowners and farmers to find the right match for each unique situation. She has been with PA Farm Link since 2017 and has played a key role in planning and facilitating multiple Farm Succession Workshops.
A Certified Farm Succession Coordinator through the International Farm Succession Network, Michelle works closely with farm families to develop succession plans that support successful transitions of their operations. In addition to her role at PA Farm Link, she also works with the Center for Beef Excellence and volunteers with the Adams County Conservation District, where she serves on the Board of Directors as a Farm Director.
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