About Landoption
We're on a mission to help producers and their dealers unlock the full earning potential of every acre—simply and sustainably.
Born from the Heartland
Landoption was founded with a simple observation: there are hundreds of programs designed to help producers earn more from their land—carbon credits, conservation easements, solar leases, wildlife grants—but finding and enrolling in them is incredibly complex.
We saw agronomists, land managers, and consultants spending countless hours trying to navigate this maze for their clients. We knew there had to be a better way.
Today, our AI-powered platform matches land to the best-fit programs automatically, and our network of certified dealers helps producers enroll with confidence. That's what gets us out of bed in the morning—helping real people make real money from their land.
10 Million Acres by 2034
We believe every acre has earning power. Our goal is to help producers and landowners across the Midwest unlock hidden value in their land through smart program enrollment.
By 2034, we aim to have helped enroll 10 million acres in profitable, sustainable programs—generating real income for producers while improving land stewardship across the heartland.
1,100+
Programs
5
States Active
$58
Avg. $/Acre
Our Values
People First
We build relationships, not just software. Every producer and dealer we work with becomes part of the Landoption family.
Simplify the Complex
1,100+ programs shouldn't require an advanced degree to navigate. We make it easy to find, understand, and enroll.
Sustainable Profit
Good land stewardship and profitability aren't opposites. We help producers earn more while caring for the land.
Midwest Roots
We're based in Nebraska, built for the heartland. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities of Midwest agriculture.
Meet Our Team
Eric Dinger
CEO-Founder
Ben Paige
Director of Operations-Customer Success
Cary Shepherd
CTO-Innovation
Our Program Partners
