Farming full-time for income
Updated Feb 20, 2025
Seeking
- 6-10 Total acres
- 0-5 Acres of cropland or tillable land
- 0-5 Acres of pasture
- 0-5 Acres of hayland
Desired locations
I am interested in leasing to owning a sustainable homestead farm with livestock, crops, honey, and fish.
Plan
Homestead Farm is a sustainable, community-focused farm integrating livestock, crops, beekeeping, and aquaculture to provide fresh food to local markets, schools, and hospitals. The farm follows organic, eco-friendly practices, including rotational grazing, water conservation, and renewable energy use. Revenue streams include farmers’ markets, direct sales, CSA programs, and farm-to-table events. With a five-year financial growth plan, risk management strategies, and plans for agritourism and value-added products, Homestead Farm aims to be a self-sustaining, profitable, and educational hub for the community.
Desired infrastructure
Equipment and infrastructure details
Homestead Farm preferred equipment includes barns, coops, and shelters for livestock, a dairy milking station, and a beekeeping area for honey production. Fish ponds with aeration systems will support aquaculture. Greenhouses and high tunnels will extend growing seasons, while drip irrigation and rainwater collection ensure water efficiency. A farm store and farmers' market stand will enable direct sales. Key equipment includes tractors, plows, cold storage, composting bins, and solar panels for sustainability. Fencing and security systems will protect livestock and crops, ensuring a productive and secure farm.
Preferred type of opportunity
Opportunity details
I’m seeking a farm lease with an option to buy, allowing me to lease land while building equity and ensuring long-term viability. Ideal opportunities include Incubator programs, lease-to-own agreements, and or Lease w/Mentoring, where a portion of rent applies to the purchase price. I prefer land with existing infrastructure like barns, fencing, irrigation, and storage, or space for development. The lease should provide flexibility for improvements, ensuring sustainability. Ideal terms include multi-year leases with a fixed buyout price, allowing time to establish operations and transition smoothly to full ownership.
Desired farming practices
Practices details
Homestead Farm follows sustainable, organic, and eco-friendly farming practices. Rotational grazing ensures livestock health and soil fertility, while organic farming avoids synthetic chemicals. Drip irrigation and rainwater collection conserve water, and solar energy reduces reliance on nonrenewable power. Composting recycles farm waste into natural fertilizer, supporting regenerative agriculture. Pollinator-friendly beekeeping enhances crop yields, while integrated aquaculture provides fresh catfish. These methods promote high-quality food production, environmental sustainability, and community well-being.
Production goals
Goals details
Homestead Farm prioritizes eco-friendly, organic farming with rotational grazing, composting, and chemical-free cultivation to maintain soil fertility. Water conservation is key, using drip irrigation and rain harvesting, while solar energy powers operations. Beekeeping enhances pollination, and aquaculture supports catfish production. The farm produces fresh dairy, meat, eggs, honey, and diverse crops for direct sales, CSA, and farm-to-table initiatives. Long-term goals include agritourism, value-added products, and expanding partnerships to strengthen sustainability and community engagement.
Farm experience
Years of experience
6 total years of experience
6 years employed as a worker (non-manager)
0 years as a manager
Education, training, and employment experience
Experience details
Experienced on family homestead farm for 16 years