Preferred counties/regions
- North Country
- Capital Region
- Hudson Valley
- Mohawk Valley
- Central
- Finger Lakes
- Southern Tier
- Western
Desired acreage
- 5 or fewer
- 6-10
- 11-20
- 21-50
Farming Status
Emerging farmer: 2 years or more of on farm work experience
Not currently farming
Primary reason for farming
Hobby or for personal use
Farming status, plans, and practices
Our vision is to farm vegetables, fruit trees and herbs and raise enough poultry, beef and sheep/goats to feed ourselves and develop a self sufficient homestead farm. We would also like to develop an agribusiness that includes a farm stand to sell surplus and also produce soaps, herbal medicines and other crafted items. We have an interest in using biodynamic, organic and permaculture practices.
Farm Experience & Education
- Farm manager
- On farm work experience
Husband grew up raising chickens, sheep, pigs and managed a farm/bed and breakfast. He has experience in gardening, wood processing, pest control and general construction.We have a 16 year old son with a strong interest in growing things and developing his green thumb, and 13 & 10 year old sons who are able to help with farm chores and other general labor as well.
Farming Plans and Practices
Farming method or practice
- Biodynamic
- Organic (not certified)
- Regenerative/Sustainable
Primary crops
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Vegetables
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Fruits
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Flowers or Ornamentals
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Other Crops
Primary livestock
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Cattle - Beef
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Goats/Sheep
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Poultry
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Bees
Farm business plan or farm resume
Farmland Needs
Infrastructure required
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Barns - Livestock
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Electrical access
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Farmer housing
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Fencing
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Water access
Family farmer housing is needed, as we are a family of 6.
Desired Tenure
We are open to a variety of arrangements, including long term lease, lease with option to buy, rent-to-own, a cooperative work-trade arrangement, business partnership, etc.
