Steven Sparks

Achieving the sustainable cultivation of high demand crops using technology in a way that minimizes negative environmental impact while meeting the needs of our community and clients.

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Location:

  • West
    • Wilkes
  • North Central
    • Alamance
    • Caswell
    • Chatham
    • Davidson
    • Davie
    • Durham
    • Forsyth
    • Granville
    • Guilford
    • Orange
    • Person
    • Randolph
    • Rockingham
    • Stokes
    • Surry
    • Vance
    • Yadkin
  • South Central
    • Alexander
    • Anson
    • Cabarrus
    • Catawba
    • Cleveland
    • Cumberland
    • Gaston
    • Harnett
    • Hoke
    • Iredell
    • Lee
    • Lincoln
    • Mecklenburg
    • Montgomery
    • Moore
    • Richmond
    • Rowan
    • Scotland
    • Stanly
    • Union

Total acres 10.0

Acres of cropland or tillable land 10.0

Looking for the following:

Type of opportunity:

Sale (Owner Financed), Lease (1 to 5 Years), Lease (5+ Years), Lease with Option to Buy, Business Partnership. More info: We're looking for land with the potential for a long term lease, ownership opportunity, or possible business partner for start-up cultivation business. Crops expected to take up to 2 years to reach maturity. Land is anticipated to be split between annual rotating crops and perennials. Our unique crop selection and farming processes have been selected to incorporate sustainably, environmental conscientiousness, and opportunities in the marketplace. This venture originated as a business, but has evolved into an opportunity to create something with the ability to be a significant benefit for our community.

Equipment & infrastructure:

Barn, Fencing, Well / Pond / Other water source, Greenhouse, Livestock facilities, Farmer housing, Farm equipment, Processing facilities, Irrigation equipment, Cold storage (cooler/freezer). More info: Our crop selection will require some equipment to prepare the land, but once that is completed we'll have the equipment needed to maintain the crops. We would like to be able to utilize water from natural resources on the property if at all possible. Existing greenhouse facilities are a plus, but not required. There may be interest in establishing infrastructure for year round cultivation in the future.

Current production on farm:

Aquaculture, Cattle (Dairy/Beef), Christmas trees, Fallow, Field crops, Flowers, Hay or pasture, Hemp, Herbs, Hogs, Honey bees, Orchard, Poultry (Broiler/Layer), Sheep/Goat (Dairy/Meat), Vegetable production, Vineyard, Woodlot or forest products. More info: We are open to a partnership with a current working farm to help enhance business opportunities while remaining conscientious stewards of the land. Our crop development strategy is designed to maintain a sustainable, environmentally friendly relationship with the environment to promote long term growth and contribute positively to both the economy and environment.

Current farming practices:

Biodynamic, Conventional, Certified organic, Transitioning to organic, Ecological production but not certified, None, the property is not being farmed. More info: Regardless of current farming practices, our goal is to use the resources available today to maximize the use of the land in environmentally conscientious ways.

Qualifications and goals:

Previous farming experience:

Volunteer, Employee, Manager

Number of years experience:

10

Other qualifications:

Farm business training, Academic degree in agriculture or related field. More info: Our company runs on efficient management of our time and resources. We have partnered with individuals who are experienced in a number of skill sets. Members of our team include 5th generation farmers, business consultants, and marketing strategists. We have additional personnel resources in facility management, finance, processing, manufacturing, and retail. Each member contributes to the overall goals of the organization in multiple ways, but each specializing in an area of importance to our company. Through careful research and selection we have assembled a team experienced in the necessary fields to bring the goals of the company into fruition.

Production goals:

Field crops, Hemp, Herbs, Honey bees, Orchard, Vegetable production, Vineyard. More info: The strategy behind our production goals is designed to promote the long term growth of the company by incorporating technology and environmentally sustainable practices into farming. By growing a variety of crops that complement each other and correspond the local climate we are able to bring products to market that are high in demand, grown under environmentally sustainable practices and are capable of being utilized in multiple applications.

Personal experience and production goals summary:

This journey started years ago as a personal passion for agriculture. As the years have worn on, that personal passion has been tempered by the demands of society. While working in a professional corporate setting one of the most valuable things I've learned is that personal passion is a far greater motivator than just a paycheck. Setting out to turn a personal passion into a full time job, I began researching as much as I could about how to take the things I enjoy and blend them into a successful business while also continuing my professional career. Throughout the journey I've managed to connect with invaluable contacts in various industries which have offered their support and mentorship in many ways. The all of this research, preparation, and networking has evolved into a business that is focused on environmentally sustainable cultivation of organic crops that fill a specific void in the industries of focus. Intentionally structured to prioritize the interests of all potential stakeholders, our focus is on maintaining positive relationships with the community, fellow businesses, clients, and the environment. If you're interested in getting involved, reach out so we can discuss how we could work together to create a mutually beneficial arrangement.