Seeking land to lease to start up a small livestock business. Primary focus will be beef, pigs, sheep, and turkey. We currently have horses and a few small livestock for personal use. Looking for land in Saratoga or surrounding counties.
Preferred counties/regions
- Capital Region
- Albany County
- Rensselaer County
- Saratoga County
- Schenectady County
- Washington County
- Fulton County
- Montgomery County
- Schoharie County
Desired acreage
- 11-20
- 21-50
- 51-100
- >100
Farming Status
Beginning farmer: 10 years or less of experience managing a farm business
Currently farming part-time
Primary reason for farming
Farm will generate a portion of my income
Farming status, plans, and practices
Seeking land to lease to start up a small livestock business. Primary focus will be beef, pigs, sheep, and turkey. We currently have horses and a few small livestock for personal use. Looking for land in Saratoga or surrounding counties. I want to transition to farming full-time for majority of income in 2-3 years.
Farm Experience & Education
- Farm internship/apprenticeship
- On farm work experience
Farming Plans and Practices
Farming method or practice
- No method
Primary crops
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Hay
Primary livestock
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Cattle - Beef
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Equine
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Goats/Sheep
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Pigs
Farm business plan or farm resume
I have a business plan
Farmland Needs
Infrastructure required
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Water access
Looking for a property that is horse friendly (fairly flat and not too wet). We have the ability to build infrastructure. Would be great if there was a barn already on site.
Desired Tenure
Looking to lease or partner on a property.
Will this operation qualify an eligible landowner for an Agricultural Assessment?
Unsure
