Farming Full Time
Updated Mar 30, 2026
Seeking
- 1 to 5 acres
Looking For the Following
Desired Locations
Plan
My plan is to establish Thayldn’s Tea House & Community Farm, a holistic agricultural operation focused on wellness and community resilience. The business model integrates high-value specialty crops with community-centered services:
* Value-Added Production: Cultivating medicinal and culinary herbs to produce artisanal tea blends and condiments. I already have established product prototypes and strong customer testimonials.
* Sustainable Agriculture: Implementing rotational grazing for heritage poultry to improve soil health and provide local food access.
* Community Sanctuary: Creating an ADA-accessible 'Third Space' that offers a healing sanctuary for youth, families, and seniors.
My goal is to transform underutilized land into a productive, protected asset that provides both economic opportunities for my logistics team and wellness resources for the Lawrenceville community.
Desired Transitional Agreement
Description of Desired Transitional Agreement
I am seeking a clear path to permanent land tenure, with a strong preference for a Buy-Protect-Sell model or a Lease-to-Own agreement.
My primary goal is to secure a 4.5 acre property that's in risk for residential development in Gwinnett through a USDA Direct Farm Ownership loan. I am looking for a transitional arrangement where a land trust or partner can assist in the initial acquisition to protect the site from residential development, followed by a transition to my full ownership. I am also open to a long-term lease (5+ years) that includes an option to purchase, allowing me to establish my herbal production and community infrastructure while finalizing long-term financing.
Type of Current Production on Farm
Produce / Land Cover
Livestock
Additional Information on Produce or Livestock Needs
My primary goal is to produce high-potency medicinal herbs and heritage poultry through a regenerative, "healing-first" agricultural model:
* Medicinal Herb Production: I will cultivate a diverse range of botanicals focused on nervous system support and physical recovery, including Echinacea, Lemon Balm, Holy Basil (Tulsi), Passionflower, St. John’s Wort, and Nettle. These crops will be the foundation of my artisanal tea blends and value-added wellness products.
* Specialty Tea Ingredients: I will grow high-yield aromatic herbs suited for the Georgia climate, such as Lemongrass, Peppermint, Spearmint, Hibiscus (Roselle), and Chamomile.
* Heritage Poultry: I plan to raise a foundational flock of dual-purpose heritage breeds such as Buff Orpingtons, Barred Plymouth Rocks, and Rhode Island Reds. These breeds are selected for their hardiness in the Georgia heat, excellent foraging abilities for pest control, and high-quality egg and meat production.
* Regenerative Impact: My goal is to use the poultry for rotational grazing to naturally fertilize the soil for the herb gardens, creating a closed-loop system that improves the land’s health over time.
Preferred Equipment and Infrastructure
Equipment and Infrastructure Details
To establish Thayldn’s Tea House & Community Farm, I require infrastructure that supports both high-value crop production and accessible community engagement:
* Production Infrastructure: I need USDA-NRCS supported High Tunnels for year-round herbal cultivation, a professional irrigation system, and secure perimeter fencing.
* Poultry Facilities: A mobile or permanent poultry housing system with integrated watering and feeding systems for heritage birds, along with brooder equipment for young chicks.
* Processing & Value-Added Space: A dedicated, climate-controlled facility for air-drying, grinding, and blending herbs. This includes industrial dehydrators, stainless steel prep surfaces, digital scales, and airtight storage for finished tea blends.
* Community & Accessibility: The development of ADA-compliant sensory garden paths and raised garden beds to ensure the healing sanctuary is accessible to visitors with mobility challenges.
* Logistics & Storage: On-site storage for packaging materials and a designated area for preparing outgoing shipments for my existing logistics network.
Qualifications and Goals
Preferred Farming Status
Full Time
Farming Experience
Less than 1 year
Farm Education/Training
Additional Info on Experience/Education
While I am a Beginning Farmer, I bring over a decade of professional experience in business operations and a deeply personal expertise in therapeutic herbalism.
Following a horrific car accident, I began an intensive journey into self-healing when traditional recovery stalled. By researching the active botanical ingredients in my prescribed medications, I was able to identify and successfully transition to the raw herbal counterparts that matched my body’s specific needs. This direct experience in isolating and utilizing the healing properties of plants is the core inspiration for Thayldn’s Tea House. I am now dedicated to cultivating these medicinal herbs to help others find natural paths to wellness.
My professional background further supports this mission:
* Business Management: As the owner of a logistics and medical courier company, I am an expert in route optimization, personnel management, and strict regulatory compliance—skills I will apply to farm-to-market distribution and USDA food safety standards.
* Financial Literacy: I have extensive experience in establishing business credit, managing vendor accounts, and maintaining the operational infrastructure required for a sustainable enterprise.
* Product Innovation: I have successfully developed artisanal tea prototypes based on my recovery research, building a customer base through micro-content creation and direct-to-consumer digital marketing.
My goal is to bridge the gap between scientific research and ancestral herbal knowledge, providing a healing sanctuary that is both a viable business and a vital community resource.