Stuart

Looking to start a flower farm near Buffalo, NY. Interested in finding up to 10 acres to lease for this purpose. Also looking to connect with farmers who have similar interest to partner with. Could be options to do more than flowers on the property.

Preferred counties/regions

  • Erie County
  • Niagara County

Desired acreage

  • 6-10

Farming Status

Aspiring farmer: 1 year or less of farming experience

Currently farming part-time

Primary reason for farming

Farm will generate a portion of my income

Farming status, plans, and practices

Interested in starting up a flower farm that has a strong agri tourism aspect to it. Would like to find 6-10 acres to lease and also would like to connect with farmers who have flower production or interest in agritourism ventures. I am able to manage the business side of the farm. 

Farm Experience & Education

Farming Plans and Practices

Farming method or practice

  • No method

Primary crops

  • black outline of a flower Flowers or Ornamentals

Primary livestock

  • No Livestock

Marketing Method

Looking to offer opportunities for the folks of Buffalo to be able to come the farm. 

Farm business plan or farm resume

My business plan or farm resume is in progress

Farmland Needs

Not too much is required. Would like the land to be in the 716 area code near Buffalo. 

Desired Tenure

Tenure options desired

  • For Lease
  • Business Partnership

Would like to discuss. 

Will this operation qualify an eligible landowner for an Agricultural Assessment?

Unsure

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