Aspiring farmer/homesteader planning to launch a grass fed operation employing regenerative practices. Expecting to raise smaller frame cattle and parasite resistant sheep.
Preferred counties/regions
- Hudson Valley
- Dutchess County
- Ulster County
- Sullivan County
- Orange County
- Putnam County
- Westchester County
- Rockland County
- Southern Tier
- Broome County
- Chemung County
- Chenango County
- Delaware County
- Schuyler County
- Steuben County
- Tioga County
- Tompkins County
Desired acreage
- 21-50
- 51-100
- >100
Farming Status
Aspiring farmer: 1 year or less of farming experience
Not currently farming
Primary reason for farming
Farm will generate a portion of my income
Farming status, plans, and practices
Beginning farmer. Interested in raising pasture raised/grass fed beef and sheep. Regenerative farming practices. Ideally looking for an experienced farmer to serve as a mentor.
Farm Experience & Education
No prior farming experience. Graduated from Marist College in 2014 with a degree in accounting. Licensed CPA in NY/NJ and practicing public accountant for the last 11 years.
Farming Plans and Practices
Farming method or practice
- Regenerative/Sustainable
Primary crops
Primary livestock
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Cattle - Beef
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Cattle - Dairy
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Goats/Sheep
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Poultry
Small framed cattle (south pole/dexter) Parasite resistant sheep (St. Croix)
Farm business plan or farm resume
I do not have a business plan or farm resume
Farmland Needs
Infrastructure required
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Electrical access
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Farmer housing
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Water access
Ideally looking for an opportunity to support and live on the farm with my significant other.
Desired Tenure
purchase
lease to own
farm manager
long term lease
Estimated price range for a lease or a purchase of a farm property
500k-1m
Has this farmer received a pre-qualification from a lending institution?
No
Will this operation qualify an eligible landowner for an Agricultural Assessment?
Unsure
