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EFU zoned lands allow even more diverse today than historically, with such businesses as agri-tourism, events such as weddings and gatherings, and rodeos. EFU lands can also be developed as destination resorts, mines, schools, B&Bs, golf courses, and a myriad other uses, even solar power and wind utilities.

Do I need to register with the state of Oregon to be a farmer? A. No, there is no registration or license to be a farmer. However, you may need to register with the Secretary of State if you use an assumed name for your business.

Income requirement If the land is six and one half acres or less, your gross income from the farm use must be at least $650. If the land is more than six and one half but fewer than 30 acres, your gross income from the farm use must be $100 multiplied by the number of acres.

Dwellings on Farm and Forest Lands In EFU zones, dwellings are allowed in seven different circumstances, including primary farm dwellings, accessory farm dwellings, relative farm help dwellings, non-farm dwellings, lot-of- record dwellings, replacement dwellings and temporary hardship dwellings.

Legislation adopted in 1993 and updated in 1995 and 2001, declares farm and forest practices as critical to the welfare of the Oregon economy, and establishes a right-to-farm law. This law protects growers from court decisions based on customary noises, smells, dust or other nuisances or trespasses.

Farm and forestland deferrals allow residents to defer a portion of their property taxes to a later date if they meet certain criteria, like acreage size and land use. In 1961, Oregon passed legislation to adopt Special Assessment Laws for Agricultural and Forestry practices.