Farm union members have said a decision by Anglesey council to sell two of their farms could result in 'severe consequences' for the area.
Councils from across the UK have been selling their farms and local farm bosses have complained that it 'pulls the ladder' from under the next generation as they attempt to forge careers in the sector.
Both properties are set to go under the hammer at Morgan Evans auction in Llangefni on February 23.
Farmers Union of Wales (FUW) Anglesey Officer Heidi Williams said: "The sale of local council holdings is of great concern for us here on Anglesey.
"Council farms provide a stepping stone for our young people to get into the industry and whilst we appreciate the financial difficulties councils find themselves in, selling off their holdings does nothing to support those who want to get started in the industry."
'Council budgets'
Anglesey council looks to be facing cuts of around £3m and may follow councils like Herefordshire in selling their local farms.
In December 2015, it was reported that Herefordshire council's decision to do so likely affected up to 45 farming families.
"Farms like these bring many benefits in terms of quality food, their contribution to the county economy, jobs and so much more," said Clare Greener, NFU Herefordshire county adviser.
"We understand there are pressures on council budgets but they are a valuable resource and properly managed can provide sustainable long term income; we remain convinced that they should not just be cashed in."
'Self-sustainable'
Anglesey’s Head of Service for Property, Dewi Williams, said: "Anglesey has the second largest agricultural estate in Wales, identified by the Welsh Government as being proactive in comparison to other authorities.
"In total we've invested £10m over five years, completely self-funded through the disposal of a small number of vacant farms, exploiting development opportunities and rental increases during a time of financial hardship and cuts in almost every other service.
"The rural estate on Anglesey is now more streamlined and self-sustainable, providing both security to existing tenants and future opportunities when farms become available."
