Farming Full Time
Updated Nov 9, 2026
Seeking
- 1 to 5 acres 6 to 10 acres
Looking For the Following
Desired Locations
Plan
I'm a military veteran starting a full-time market farm in the Augusta area, working with a partner who has farming experience. I'll start with about 1 acre of intensive market crops (greens and other quick-turn beds), then add acreage for cut flowers and sunflowers, garlic, sweet potatoes, and native wildflower fields for u-pick and agritourism.
I'm looking for land to lease, ideally 1 acre or more with room to grow, in Columbia or Richmond County, GA, or Aiken or Edgefield County, SC. Water access, road access, and a long-term lease (5+ years, ideally with an option to buy) matter most. I'd like to start in early 2027. I'm working with UGA Extension and the UGA SBDC on my business plan, and I plan to sell through Augusta Locally Grown and local markets.
Desired Transitional Agreement
Description of Desired Transitional Agreement
I'd like to start with a written lease of 5 years or more on 1 acre or more, with room to add acres as the farm grows. Over time I'd like the option to renew long term or to buy the land, so I'm open to a lease with an option to purchase.
I'm open to discussing rent, either cash rent or a share of the crops, and to putting in writing who handles water, maintenance and any improvements. If the landowner is retiring or would like to stay involved, I'd welcome their advice and a gradual handoff. I'd like to start planting in early 2027.
Type of Current Production on Farm
Produce / Land Cover
Livestock
Preferred Equipment and Infrastructure
Qualifications and Goals
Preferred Farming Status
Full Time
Farming Experience
Less than 1 year
Farm Education/Training
Additional Info on Experience/Education
Military veteran and former platoon sergeant. I'm used to leading teams, planning carefully and following through. I'm taking the same approach to farming a written plan, good records, and treating the land with care.
Growing experience: hands-on at garden scale so far, now scaling up with a partner who has farming experience. I read widely in plant science and soil biology. I'm working with UGA Extension, applying to the UGA Small Business Development Center, and exploring veteran farmer programs.