Farming full-time for income
Updated Oct 23, 2026
Seeking
- 11-50 Total acres
- 6-10 Acres of cropland or tillable land
- 0-5 Acres of pasture
- 6-10 Acres of hayland
Desired locations
Seeking farmland in North Carolina to establish a small, sustainable farm growing figs, plums, and vegetables, with hone
Plan
I am an aspiring farmer with hands-on experience growing fruits and vegetables, raising livestock, and preserving farm produce on my family's farm. I am seeking land in North Carolina to establish a small, diversified farm focused on figs, plums, and seasonal vegetables. My plans include keeping honey bees for pollination and honey production, raising chickens for eggs, and potentially adding other farm animals. I aim to use sustainable farming practices that promote healthy soil, biodiversity, and responsible land management. My long-term goal is to create a productive farm with agritourism and educational opportunities that connect visitors with local agriculture.
Desired infrastructure
Equipment and infrastructure details
No equipment or specific infrastructure is required. Rather build new to fit my needs.
Preferred type of opportunity
Opportunity details
Preferred owner financed or lease to own.
Desired farming practices
Practices details
My goal is to establish a small, diversified farm focused on growing high-quality fruits, particularly figs and plums, using sustainable and environmentally responsible farming practices. I also plan to grow seasonal vegetables and potentially raise chickens for fresh eggs. In the future, I would like to introduce a few friendly farm animals to create an educational and enjoyable experience for visitors. My vision is to combine traditional farming methods with modern agricultural practices, promote locally grown food, and create opportunities for visitors to learn about farming, fruit cultivation, and sustainable agriculture.
Production goals
Goals details
My goal is to establish a small, diversified farm focused on growing figs, plums, and seasonal vegetables using sustainable farming practices. I plan to incorporate honey bees to support natural pollination, biodiversity, and honey production. I also hope to raise chickens for fresh eggs and introduce other farm animals for educational visitor experiences. My long-term vision is to promote healthy soil, responsible land management, and locally grown food while creating a welcoming farm where visitors can learn about fruit cultivation, beekeeping, animal care, and sustainable agriculture. I also aim to preserve traditional farming knowledge, reduce waste, and encourage community involvement.
Farm experience
Years of experience
5 total years of experience
Education, training, and employment experience
Experience details
I grew up on a small family farm, where I gained hands-on agricultural experience working alongside my parents and grandparents. From an early age, I helped raise and care for livestock, including chickens, cows, goats, and sheep. I also participated in planting, growing, harvesting, and maintaining a variety of fruits and vegetables. My responsibilities included processing and preserving farm-grown produce through traditional canning methods. These experiences gave me a strong foundation in farming practices, animal care, food preservation, and sustainable agriculture, as well as a lifelong appreciation for farming.