It has been a busy year for Darren Sander and his son, Tyler. As farmland values continue to trend upwards, it seems prospective buyers and sellers know who to call for trusted and knowledgeable advice: the father and son team at Saskatoonbased Darren Sander Farmland Real Estate.

Born and raised on his family’s farm in Wilkie, Sask., Darren doesn’t just know real estate, he also knows the intricacies of farming life. Even more importantly, he understands the emotional journey involved with selling land that has been in a family for generations.

“When you come to someone’s door to sell their farm, it’s different from selling a home,” says Darren. “You are selling someone’s life work, likely generations of it. It doesn’t matter if it is five or 50 acres, it’s an emotional journey.”

Ever since he parked the combine to make the switch to farmland real estate in 2007, Darren has been honoured to join countless farm families on their transitional journeys. He was equally proud when his son, Tyler, joined the business in 2021, allowing Darren Sander Farmland Real Estate to increase its reach.

Having grown up watching his father toil the soil from 6 a.m. to past sundown, Tyler brings the same love of farming – and work ethic – to the business. Over the last two years, he has been carving out his own niche, attending farm shows and meeting with potential listers across the province. In addition to working with Darren on the paperwork and valuation side of the business, Tyler’s presence has also opened the door for implementation of new technology, everything from video editing to drone imagery – all to better serve ag clients. 

“I like to think of myself as a ‘sponge’ right now,” Tyler says. “I am taking in all the information I can and learning the ins and outs of farmland sales in addition to working with clients in the residential sector. We recently attended the crop production show in which Farm Credit Canada held a very informative seminar on transition of farmland to the next generation as well as exit strategies for others who may be deciding to sell the farm.”

With Saskatchewan home to some of the most undervalued land in the country and revered as a great place to raise a family, farmland will continue to transition throughout the province – and Darren and Tyler Sander are available to help every step of the way.

“As realtors in the sector, we have aligned ourselves with several professionals from tax planning accountants to investment advisers as well as tax lawyers to help with every step,” concludes Darren. “Please feel free to call us if you are wanting more information about either selling or expanding your farm.”