Updated Aug 20, 2024
Seeking
- 11-50 Total acres
- 0-5 Acres of cropland or tillable land
- 6-10 Acres of pasture
- 6-10 Acres of hayland
Desired locations
Plan
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.
Desired infrastructure
Equipment and infrastructure details
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.
Preferred type of opportunity
Desired farming practices
Production goals
Goals details
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.
Farm experience
Years of experience
5 total years of experience
Experience details
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.