Farming Part Time
Updated Sep 14, 2026
Seeking
- 6 to 10 acres More than 10 acres
Looking For the Following
Desired Locations
Plan
Since 2020, I have developed and managed the PawPaw Patch, a community urban food forest in Savannah, Georgia. There, I have grown uncommon and resilient fruit and perennial crops in an integrated agroforestry system while organizing educational workshops and community events. The project is now largely established and self-sustaining, and I am looking for land where I can build the next phase of this work on a larger scale.
My goal is to establish a diversified perennial farm centered around tree crops, with plantings organized in part by harvest season. Orchard rows would be integrated with alley cropping using cover crops, soil-building plants, pollinator habitat, and selected annual crops.
I plan to market farm products through a combination of farmers markets, a seasonal farm stand, U-pick and harvest events, direct retail and wholesale sales, and value-added products. Over time, I would also like to develop limited agritourism and educational programming centered around agroforestry, beekeeping, perennial agriculture, and regional food systems.
I selected "part time" because between harvest periods I will be managing my other business.
I currently manage more than 30 active honey bee colonies and operate an established honey business, which I would also integrate into the farm.
I am generally looking for 5+ acres, ideally with:
- Productive agricultural soils, or land with a history of good soil-building and stewardship practices
- A barn, workshop, shed, or other equipment/storage space, or room to construct one
- A reliable water source for irrigation; a pond, creek, river, spring, or other natural water feature would be especially desirable
- Adequate sunny/open acreage for orchard and field production
- Reasonable road access and proximity to population centers and markets, ideally within approximately 30–40 minutes
- Potential for long-term agricultural use and stewardship
A major motivation behind this project is helping rebuild resilient regional agriculture. Much of our food now travels through long supply chains, while local agricultural knowledge, traditions, and infrastructure have steadily declined. I believe farms can produce food while also preserving agricultural knowledge, improving land, creating habitat, strengthening local economies, and bringing people together.
The PawPaw Patch gave me the opportunity to explore these ideas on a smaller scale and taught me a great deal about perennial agriculture, community programming, crop selection, and land stewardship. I am now ready to apply that experience to a larger, long-term agricultural property.
Desired Transitional Agreement
Description of Desired Transitional Agreement
I am open to several arrangements depending on the property and landowner. My preference is ultimately for a long-term situation that allows me to invest in perennial crops and land improvements.
I am open to purchasing property outright, a lease-to-own or other transitional arrangement, a long-term agricultural lease, or potentially a partnership with a landowner whose goals and vision are compatible with mine.
Type of Current Production on Farm
Produce / Land Cover
Livestock
Additional Information on Produce or Livestock Needs
I currently manage more than 30 honey bee colonies across two apiaries. I select and propagate colonies with an emphasis on resilience and pest resistance and currently harvest approximately 130+ gallons of honey annually.
In addition to raw honey, I produce botanical and spice-infused honeys for both retail and wholesale markets. My near-term goal is to continue improving the efficiency of honey production, processing, and retail distribution and then expand my apiaries as appropriate.
My crop plans are centered primarily around perennial fruit and tree crops suited to the Southeast, supplemented by seasonal annual crops, cover crops, native and beneficial plants, and value-added farm products.
I also integrate chickens into agricultural systems, particularly for turning and aerating mulch and compost. In the future, I would like to incorporate a small flock of ducks where they can contribute to insect management, fertility, and the overall integrated farm system.
Preferred Equipment and Infrastructure
Equipment and Infrastructure Details
Ideally, the property would have a barn, workshop, equipment shed, or other usable storage space, although I am also open to land where this infrastructure could be constructed.
I plan to use a small tractor and appropriately scaled implements to manage orchard alleys, mow and terminate cover crops, prepare occasional annual planting areas, and maintain the farm efficiently with minimal soil disturbance.
I also need dry storage and workspace for beekeeping equipment and honey processing.
A reliable irrigation source is important for orchard establishment. A pond or other surface-water source would be especially useful, although I am open to wells and other irrigation systems.
Qualifications and Goals
Preferred Farming Status
Part Time
Farming Experience
6 to 10 years
Farm Education/Training
Additional Info on Experience/Education
I received a certification in Agroforestry from the University of Missouri Center for Agroforestry, and I am a certified beekeeper through the University of Georgia. I have 6+ years of hands-on experience with both. I have also taught classes and workshops on these subjects at educational and community events, including at the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension campus in Savannah.
I also own and manage a thriving retail store in Savannah, where I sell some of the honey and value-added products that I produce. Having the store has given me a lot of experience with the business and marketing side of things, and has also given me an existing market for things I grow and produce. I am interested in opening another retail store in the future.