I am looking for land to start a grass fed sheep operation. I plan to use regenerative land practices, along with non antibiotic animal practices
Preferred counties/regions
- Mohawk Valley
Desired acreage
- 51-100
Farming Status
Emerging farmer: 2 years or more of on farm work experience
Currently farming full-time
Primary reason for farming
Farm will generate the majority of my income
Farming status, plans, and practices
Planning on starting a regenerative farming practices. No antibiotics unless necessary, will make known to customers of antibiotic use for specific animals.
Farm Experience & Education
- On farm work experience
Grew up dairy farming, learned hands on
Farming Plans and Practices
Farming method or practice
- Regenerative/Sustainable
Primary crops
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Hay
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Maple
Primary livestock
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Goats/Sheep
Katahdin hair sheep
Marketing Method
Social media, farmers market, word of mouth
Farm business plan or farm resume
My business plan or farm resume is in progress
Farmland Needs
Infrastructure required
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Barns - Equipment Storage
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Barns - Livestock
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Electrical access
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Farmer housing
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Water access
Will need housing for winter months and lambing
Desired Tenure
I am willing for any arrangement that allows me to get my start into farming. I have my ideas, but am a willing and quick learner. Apprenticeship, farm management take over, business partnership
Will this operation qualify an eligible landowner for an Agricultural Assessment?
No
