The rapid loss of farmland poses significant risks to agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods in the Mid-Atlantic region. Farmers are struggling to combat saltwater intrusion, which renders land unsuitable for crops. The economic value of these lands has not been sufficient to prevent their conversion into marshes, as existing flood mitigation strategies are often inadequate. Additionally, the study underscores the broader implications for coastal resilience, as the transformation of farmland into marshland could bolster natural defenses against rising seas but at the expense of agricultural output. Rural communities, often overlooked in coastal adaptation discussions, face unique challenges in addressing these changes.