Farming Full Time
Updated Apr 28, 2026
Seeking
- 1 to 5 acres 6 to 10 acres More than 10 acres
Looking For the Following
Desired Locations
Plan
We are in the early stages of developing a small-scale farming and community agriculture project focused on growing high-demand crops such as watermelon, peaches, cherries, herbs, and high-yield vegetables. Our goal is to begin with responsible crop production, improve the land, build consistent growing systems, and create a farm operation that can eventually support local sales, community education, and limited agritourism activities.
The first phase of the plan is to prepare the land for farming through soil testing, cleanup, site layout, planting zones, irrigation planning, fencing, composting, and basic farm infrastructure. We want to establish a productive growing area that can support seasonal produce, fruit trees, and long-term agricultural use.
As the farm develops, we would like to add minor agritourism elements such as farm tours, educational workshops, seasonal harvest days, youth agriculture activities, small community events, and farm-to-table experiences. These activities would be designed to remain low-impact and supportive of the farming operation, not replace it.
We are also interested in eventually incorporating horses into the project in a responsible and compliant way. This may include equine education, small-scale riding or horsemanship experiences, farm visits, or therapeutic/community engagement activities. We understand that adding horses requires proper acreage, zoning approval, fencing, shelter, water access, manure management, insurance, veterinary care, and safe handling procedures. If the initial farm site is not suitable for horses, we would explore a partnership with an existing stable or nearby agricultural property before bringing any animals onto the site.
At this stage, we are looking for guidance, land-use support, agricultural planning assistance, possible funding or technical resources, and clarity on what is required to move forward properly. Our goal is to build the project in phases, remain compliant with local requirements, and create a farm that supports food production, community engagement, and long-term economic opportunity
Desired Transitional Agreement
Description of Desired Transitional Agreement
We are seeking a transitional arrangement that allows us to enter the farming operation in phases while we build experience, establish systems, and responsibly develop the land. Ideally, the arrangement would provide access to suitable agricultural land, basic infrastructure, and mentorship or guidance during the early stages of the project.
In the first phase, we would like to focus on land preparation, soil testing, crop planning, cleanup, fencing needs, irrigation planning, and establishing a small but productive growing area for watermelon, fruit trees, herbs, and high-yield vegetables. During this period, we would benefit from a flexible arrangement that allows us to learn the property, understand its limitations, and begin production without taking on more than we can responsibly manage at once.
In the second phase, we would like the opportunity to expand production, add minor agritourism activities, and explore additional farm-based programming such as educational visits, community harvest days, youth agriculture activities, and small farm experiences. Any agritourism activities would be introduced gradually and only after proper planning, safety measures, insurance, and approval are in place.
If horses are included in the long-term vision, we would prefer to begin through observation, education, partnership, or limited supervised involvement before assuming full animal-care responsibilities. We understand that horses require proper fencing, shelter, feed, water, veterinary care, manure management, insurance, and safe handling procedures. We would want any equine component to be phased in only when the site, resources, and compliance requirements are appropriate.
Overall, the desired transitional arrangement would give us a responsible pathway to grow into the operation through training, phased land use, mentorship, clear expectations, and room to build capacity over time. Our goal is to create a sustainable farm-based project that supports food production, education, community impact, and long-term economic opportunity while respecting the land, neighbors, animals, and all applicable requirements.
Type of Current Production on Farm
Produce / Land Cover
Livestock
Additional Information on Produce or Livestock Needs
Our initial produce goals are to establish a productive, well-maintained farming operation focused on high-demand crops that can support both household/community use and future revenue generation. We are interested in growing watermelon, peaches, cherries, herbs, and high-yield vegetables such as tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, zucchini, leafy greens, beans, onions, garlic, carrots, and seasonal specialty crops. The goal is to start with crops that are marketable, useful to the community, and realistic for our current stage of farming development.
In the first phase, we want to focus primarily on crop production, soil health, land preparation, irrigation, and building consistent growing systems. We would like to establish annual vegetable production while also planting longer-term fruit trees that can mature over time and support future harvests. We are also interested in using composting, crop rotation, mulching, and responsible growing practices to improve the land and support sustainability.
Over time, we would like the farm to support local produce sales, community harvest days, educational programming, and food access efforts. The long-term goal is to grow food that can serve families, support community wellness, and create economic opportunity through small-scale agriculture.
For livestock, our primary interest is in eventually incorporating horses in a responsible and limited way. This may include equine education, horsemanship exposure, supervised farm visits, or minor agritourism activities. We do not intend to add horses before the proper land, fencing, shelter, water access, manure management, insurance, veterinary support, and compliance requirements are fully in place. If the initial site is not suitable for horses, we would explore partnerships with an existing stable or agricultural property before taking on direct livestock responsibilities.
At this stage, our priority is to begin with produce production and build the farm in phases. Any livestock component would be secondary, carefully planned, and introduced only when it is safe, compliant, and sustainable.
Equipment and Infrastructure Details
To begin the farming operation responsibly, we will need basic equipment and infrastructure that supports land preparation, crop production, water access, site safety, storage, and long-term maintenance. Our immediate needs include tools for clearing and preparing the land, soil testing, compost and soil amendments, irrigation supplies, fencing, raised beds or defined planting rows, mulch, landscape fabric, seed-starting materials, and basic hand tools such as shovels, rakes, hoes, pruners, wheelbarrows, and harvesting containers.
Water access will be one of the most important infrastructure needs. We will need either an existing water connection, an approved irrigation setup, water storage tanks, hoses, drip irrigation, or another reliable watering system to support watermelon, fruit trees, herbs, and high-yield vegetables during the growing season. We will also need secure storage for tools, supplies, seeds, and harvested produce, such as a small shed or weather-resistant storage structure.
As the project grows, additional infrastructure may include improved fencing, signage, compost bins, wash/pack tables, shade structures, cold storage or coolers for harvested produce, pathways for safe visitor access, and basic parking or loading access if permitted. For any minor agritourism activities, we would need safe walking areas, clear visitor signage, seating or gathering space, handwashing/sanitation supplies, liability insurance, and a structured plan for guest safety.
If horses become part of the long-term project, the equipment and infrastructure needs would be much more significant. This would include proper pasture or paddock fencing, shelter, water troughs, feed storage, grooming supplies, tack storage, manure management, veterinary support, farrier access, liability insurance, and safe handling areas. We understand that horses should only be added once the property, zoning, acreage, safety systems, and resources are fully appropriate.
Overall, we are seeking support, guidance, and potential resources to acquire the right equipment in phases. Our goal is to start with essential farming infrastructure first, build a safe and productive growing operation, and then expand responsibly as capacity, funding, training, and approvals allow.
Qualifications and Goals
Preferred Farming Status
Full Time
Farming Experience
1 to 5 years
Farm Education/Training
Additional Info on Experience/Education
I am a self-directed and highly motivated learner who is constantly seeking additional education, training, and practical experience to strengthen my ability to create meaningful community impact. While this project is still in the early stages, I am committed to learning the technical, operational, agricultural, and business skills necessary to develop it responsibly and successfully.
My experience includes business planning, project development, community-focused entrepreneurship, food business research, basic agricultural planning, and organizing practical strategies for land use, food production, and economic development. I am actively building knowledge in areas such as small-scale farming, urban agriculture, crop planning, food systems, agritourism, land stewardship, compliance, and sustainable business operations.
I am willing to pursue additional training, certifications, mentorship, workshops, and technical assistance related to farming, animal care, soil health, food safety, farm management, agritourism, and community-based agriculture. My goal is to build the knowledge and partnerships needed to operate with professionalism, safety, and long-term sustainability.
I am pursuing this project because I want to create a large and lasting impact. The vision is not only to grow food, but to build a farm-based initiative that supports education, economic opportunity, food access, youth engagement, community wellness, and neighborhood revitalization. I understand that creating that kind of impact requires humility, preparation, consistency, and a willingness to keep learning, and I am fully committed to that process.