Preferred counties/regions
- Hudson Valley
- Dutchess County
- Putnam County
- Westchester County
Desired acreage
- 5 or fewer
Farming Status
Aspiring farmer: 1 year or less of farming experience
Not currently farming
Primary reason for farming
Farm will generate a portion of my income
Farming status, plans, and practices
NYC-based entrepreneur establishing an agricultural production arm under the Grind For Yours (GFY) umbrella. Operational focus is centered on low-overhead, controlled-scale industrial hemp nursery production, feminized seed retail, and propagation clones under New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSAGM) licensing.
Farm Experience & Education
- Formal agricultural education
B.S. in Information Technology Management in Business. Extensive self-directed training and compliance research regarding NYSAGM Industrial Hemp program requirements, nursery licensing, site mapping, and supply chain management. Managing web development, tech operations, and direct-to-consumer distribution internally.
Farming Plans and Practices
Farming method or practice
- Regenerative/Sustainable
Primary crops
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Other Crops
Primary livestock
Industrial hemp (specifically high-value feminized seed production, breeding stock, and nursery propagation clones). No biomass growing or heavy fiber processing required.
Marketing Method
Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) e-commerce via the Grind For Yours (GFY) digital platform, regional grower distribution, and retail sales.
Farm business plan or farm resume
Farmland Needs
Infrastructure required
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Barns - Equipment Storage
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Electrical access
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Water access
Seeking 0.5 to 2 acres of open arable land, a small hoop-house, or greenhouse access. Requires access to a reliable water source for irrigation, standard electrical hookup, and secure dry storage space for seeds and supplies. Crucially, the property must be within a 10–15 minute drive or rideshare from a Metro-North station (Harlem or Hudson line) for NYC transit commuting.
Desired Tenure
Seeking a standard agricultural land or greenhouse lease. The lease agreement must include a standard licensing contingency clause stating that full lease execution is contingent upon NYSAGM Industrial Hemp Grower & Nursery License approval. The landlord must also provide written authorization permitting state-licensed hemp cultivation on the specified parcel/tax ID.
