Horse Farms Forever is a compact and powerful nonprofit,
founded in 2018 to:

Protect

Marion County’s Farmland Preservation Area was established in 2005. Its mineral-rich soil and water, and spring sheds are subject to increasing development and roadway threats. We participate and defend.

Promote

The culture, character and vibrant economy of greater Ocala is uniquely based on the presence of horses and horse farms. We share the facts.

Preserve

Landowners who love their land and wish to see it passed along to future generations have many options. We show the way.

Plan

The blueprint for Rural Land Management is written at the county level and made strong by collaboration and community influence. We facilitate progress.

News:

HFF is Raising the Alarm on SB 1118 That Fast-Tracks Development of Agricultural Lands

Horse Farms Forever, Inc.® is raising the alarm on Senate Bill 1118 filed by Senator Stan McClain that fast-tracks the development of “agricultural enclaves” and “infill residential development” parcels without any oversight from local government. If this bill passes...

March Membership Roundup & Founder Spotlight

Springing Forward with a Commitment to Preservation As the days grow longer and with spring around the corner, we’re reminded of the beauty and vitality of Marion County’s Farmland Preservation Area. At Horse Farms Forever, we are embracing the season of renewal with...

Ocala is #1 in Growth: HFF is Watching for Potential Threats

Recent news from U-Haul shows that the Ocala metro area is a top growth city based on their study that tracks one-way U-Haul rentals. With nearly 270 people moving to Marion County every week, the County is one of the fastest growing communities. Over the next 20...

Sumter Electric Cooperative (SECO) Special Use Permit

Sumter Electric Cooperative (SECO) Special Use PermitThe Horse Farms Forever watchdogs have been alerted to an application from Sumter Electric Cooperative (SECO) for a Special Use Permit to build a utility company service yard on 3 parcels, totaling about 80 acres,...

January Membership Roundup & Founder Spotlight

Looking Ahead with Passion for Preservation A new year brings new opportunities, and at Horse Farms Forever, we are charging forward with a renewed passion for preserving Marion County’s Farmland Preservation Area. Thanks to the dedication of our members and...

The Threats Are Real

From new roadways to rezoning. We are here to gather and multiply all of the voices that understand the value of our rural heritage and seek to preserve it forever.

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