Our business is livestock leasing and building tools to help our operators succeed.

12+

Livestock Operators

65+

Leased Livestock

82+

Overall Livestock

10+

Leasing Agreements

Our Approach

At OM.Farm, we believe livestock farming shouldn’t be limited by capital. Our livestock leasing model empowers operators to build sustainable herds without the heavy upfront cost of ownership. By sharing risks and profits, we create partnerships that give farmers the freedom to focus on what matters most—raising healthy, productive animals.

Farming Made Accessible

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Leasing Programs

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We offer flexible pathways to match the experience and goals of our operators:

  • Grower Program – for first-time operators focused on building experience and cash flow.

  • Extended Program – for operators ready to scale their herd while maintaining manageable risk.

  • Breeder Program – for advanced operators managing multi-generation herds with higher potential returns.


Each program is structured using established frameworks, including the South Dakota State University (SDSU) Extension Share Lease Calculator, ensuring fairness and transparency.

Benefits for Operators

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  • Capital efficiency – start farming without a large upfront investment.

  • Risk sharing – aligned profit-sharing agreements protect operators during downturns.

  • Entry support – tools, mentorship, and training for first-time farmers.

  • Scalability – expand herds faster with flexible leasing options.

Trust & Validation

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Our approach is grounded in agricultural research and tested in real communities. We’ve partnered with operators overseas and are now bringing this proven model to the Pacific Northwest.

  • Frameworks validated by academic institutions.

  • Pilot programs already underway with success stories from early operators.

  • Transparent, data-driven agreements built on industry best practices.

Risk & Responsibility

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Farming is inherently risky. Weather, disease, and market shifts are realities of livestock operations. OM.Farm does not guarantee success. Instead, we provide a fair, transparent structure where both parties share in the outcome.

Whether you’re a first-time operator or an experienced rancher looking to expand, OM.Farm can help you grow without the financial strain of ownership.

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Our business operation model

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Our Leasing Programs

Grower Program

Nurture and care for animals until they're ready for sale. It's a hands-on experience that offers rewards at the end of the journey—perfect for starting small and gaining expertise.

Benefits: Low-risk entry, hands-on learning, and steady income from sales.

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Extended Program

Raise offspring to become breeders, enabling them to produce further offspring for ongoing expansion. Handle the full multi-generational lifecycle to build a self-sustaining herd.

Benefits: Exponential growth potential, premium long-term returns, and expert guidance for breeding success.

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Breeder Program

Raise breeders to produce offspring that can be sold, creating a cycle of sustainable growth. Focus on reproduction to multiply your returns over time.

Benefits: Ongoing revenue from sales, scalable herds, and support for eco-friendly breeding.

Share Leases as Our Profit-Sharing Foundation

Our share lease leasing agreements is rooted in transparency and adaptability, drawing from the SDSU Extension Share Lease Calculator and insights from Will Walter of the South Dakota Center for Farm/Ranch Management (SDCFRM). This approach helps balance risks and rewards between OM.Farm as livestock owner and our operators, fostering sustainable partnerships.

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Key Advantages for Operators

Share leases unlock growth without heavy upfront costs:

  • Capital efficiency: Free up working capital for operations, avoiding ties to breeding stock.

  • Risk sharing: Partner with OM.Farm to weather uncertainties like weather or prices.

  • Expanded financing: Access funds beyond credit limits at fair rates.

  • Business scaling: Boost production volume affordably.

  • Entry support: Help beginners launch in livestock with lower barriers.

  • Labor optimization: Maximize underused time for better productivity.