Farming Status and Plans
Farming status:
Full timeDescription of farming status, plans, and practices:
I am looking to transition from my corporate life to full time farming. My Goal is to purchase a small farm within the next year and start for self use, eventually transitioning to full time farming with potential business practice over the next 4-5 years.
Description of marketing method:
TBD
Does this farmer have a business plan?
NoFarm Characteristics
Preferred location:
Southeast, Dutchess, Rockland, WestchesterDesired acreage:
1-5, 6-10, 11-20, 21-50, 51-100, >100Infrastructure required:
Onsite housing, Water accessDescription of water access required:
My preference would be to be near a body of water, lake, stream, brook, river.
Crops and Livestock
Primary crops:
Vegetables, FruitsPrimary Livestock:
Cattle - Beef, Cattle - Dairy, Equine, Goats/Sheep, Pigs, Poultry, Other livestockDescription of livestock/crops:
My Primary focus is to have Poultry and Goat/Sheep to start. If possible, I would grow from there but mostly for self use. Think small.
Farmland Tenure
Tenure options desired:
For SaleDescription of tenure options desired:
My preference is a small farm for self use initially to be eventually turned into business.
Additional Information
Will this farmer's operation qualify an eligible landowner for an Agricultural Assessment?
MaybeExperience description:
My plan includes eventually taking a course or internship at Stone Barns.