Brian B

Botany graduate with training in indoor agriculture seeking hands-on experience in diversified farm production. Background in plant physiology, propagation, and crop care. Interested in a long-term working relationship where I can contribute to daily farm operations while continuing to build field skills.

Preferred location: Alger, Baraga, Chippewa, Delta, Dickinson, Gogebic, Houghton, Iron, Keweenaw, Luce, Mackinac, Marquette, Menominee, Ontonagon, Schoolcraft

Desired Transitional Agreement: Farm Seeker/Farm Owner Partnership, Mentorship, Working arrangement with future partner

Jan 28, 2026

Hydroponic system I ran while attending NMU

Desired Acreage

  • 1-5 Acres
  • 5-10 Acres
  • 11-25 Acres
  • 26-100 Acres

Desired Infrastructure

  • Barns or other facilities
  • Electrical Access
  • Farmer Housing
  • Farm Equipment
  • Irrigation/Water Access
  • Road access

Desired Land Usage

  • Aquaculture
  • Bees
  • Flowers
  • Fruit
  • Fruit Trees
  • Nursery Stock
  • Poultry - Layers
  • Timber/Forest Land
  • Vegetables

Goals, Values, Vision

I’m looking to build real, practical experience in farming by working within an active operation and learning how the whole system runs through the seasons. My background is in botany and indoor agriculture, so I’m comfortable with plant care, propagation, and paying attention to plant health, and I’m interested in expanding that into outdoor production and day-to-day farm work.

I’m someone who shows up, works steadily, and is willing to learn how things are done. I’m not looking for a short-term or hobby experience — I’m hoping to be involved long-term, contribute useful labor, and learn from someone who’s been doing this for years.

I’m comfortable with physical work and have experience working with animals as well as plants. I value taking care of land and keeping an operation productive and running smoothly.

Farming Status

Current Farming Status

Not currently farming

Farm Experience/Education

Farm employee, Formal agricultural education

Mentoring

I am seeking mentorship

Farming Plans and Practices

Farming Method

Organic Practices, Conventional

I’m comfortable working within a range of production systems depending on the goals and practices of the farm. My background in plant science and controlled-environment growing has emphasized plant health, soil/media management, and integrated approaches to crop care. I’m interested in practical, effective methods that support productivity and long-term soil and plant health.