Looking for the following:
Type of opportunity:
Sale (Standard), Sale (Owner Financed), Lease with Option to Buy.
Equipment & infrastructure:
Barn, Fencing, Well / Pond / Other water source, Livestock facilities, Farm equipment.
More info: Locating a parcel with a barn(s), existing fencing, water source, septic, and equipment is ideal however not necessary. At the very least a level section of land to park my home, well, and electricity.
Current production on farm:
Cattle (Dairy/Beef), Flowers, Hay or pasture, Herbs, Honey bees, Orchard, Woodlot or forest products.
More info: The listed productions are ideal but not necessary.
Current farming practices:
Ecological production but not certified.
Qualifications and goals:
Previous farming experience:
Manager
Number of years experience:
5
Other qualifications:
More info: I grew up raising beef cattle. Farmed strawberries and blueberries (80 bushes) for over 4 years while living in MA. Maintained a non-spray apple orchard (12 acres) for wood and livestock/wildlife feed. Over 20 years in the veterinary industry, working as a technician and practice manager. Marketing experience. Small farmers market exposure in MA. Currently p/t making all natural lotions, balms, and candles for sale online and local festivals.
Production goals:
Cattle (Dairy/Beef), Flowers, Hay or pasture, Herbs, Honey bees, Orchard, Woodlot or forest products.
More info: Grass fed Red Devon and Belted Galloway cattle. Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, and Blackberries. Honey bees and flower crop for bees. Sunflowers. Possible Lavender crop. Depending on location, possible farm stand. Open to sustained forestry.
Personal experience and production goals summary:
Grass fed Red Devon and Belted Galloway cattle to process and sell locally. Partnering with a few local restaurants. Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, and Blackberries to sell locally. Honey bees and flower crop for bees. Sunflowers for harvest and events. Possible Lavender crop. Depending on location, possible farm stand. Host learning retreats for veterinary and healing professionals to earn CE/training. Host other events, depending on the opportunity.
