Looking for the following:
Type of opportunity:
Lease (1 to 5 Years), Lease (5+ Years), Lease with Option to Buy, Business Partnership.
More info: Interested in developing a cattle-focused farm. Also interested in equine breeding and training, and fruit and vegetable farming. Open to a variety of production and management situations. I have 20 years of experience mostly in equine management.
Equipment & infrastructure:
Barn, Fencing, Well / Pond / Other water source, Livestock facilities, Farm equipment.
More info: Prefer some infrastructure available on land. Ideally fencing at a minimum.
Current production on farm:
Cattle (Dairy/Beef), Field crops, Hay or pasture, Orchard, Vegetable production.
More info: Current production not required, if production wouldn't require a large investment. Ideally land cleared for pasture would be available.
Qualifications and goals:
Previous farming experience:
Employee
Number of years experience:
15
Other qualifications:
Higher education in agriculture or related field.
More info: Degree in geology, knowledge of soil chemistry, and agricultural soil requirements.
Production goals:
Cattle (Dairy/Beef), Hay or pasture, Orchard, Vegetable production.
More info: My long-term goals are to own a farm with diverse production including cattle/equine breeding and sales, orchard and vegetable production. Ideally, I would have the space to also lease small plots to new and developing farmers as well.
Personal experience and production goals summary:
I have worked in equine training and boarding facilities for about 15 years at a variety of operations. I have assisted in the management of a facility as well. I have an undergraduate degree in geology with a focus on chemistry. I'm interested in soil management and conservation practices. My long-term goals are to own a farm with diverse production including cattle/equine breeding and sales, orchard and vegetable production. Ideally, I would have the space to also lease small plots to new and developing farmers as well.