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I’m an aspiring farmer seeking an opportunity to connect with Michigan landowners and begin my farming journey. I’m eager to learn, care for the land, and help keep Michigan’s agricultural properties in production for future generations.

Preferred location: Alcona, Alger, Allegan, Alpena, Antrim, Arenac, Baraga, Barry, Bay, Benzie, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Chippewa, Clare, Clinton, Crawford, Delta, Dickinson, Eaton, Emmet, Genesee, Gladwin, Gogebic, Grand Traverse, Gratiot, Hillsdale, Houghton, Huron, Ingham, Ionia, Iosco, Iron, Isabella, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kalkaska, Kent, Keweenaw, Lake, Lapeer, Leelanau, Lenawee, Livingston, Luce, Mackinac, Macomb, Manistee, Marquette, Mason, Mecosta, Menominee, Midland, Missaukee, Monroe, Montcalm, Montmorency, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oakland, Oceana, Ogemaw, Ontonagon, Osceola, Oscoda, Otsego, Ottawa, Presque Isle, Roscommon, Saginaw, Sanilac, Schoolcraft, Shiawassee, St. Clair, St. Joseph, Tuscola, Van Buren, Washtenaw, Wayne, Wexford

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

Oct 6, 2026

Silky Chickens I have raised

Desired Acreage

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

Desired Infrastructure

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

Desired Land Usage

  • Bees
  • Christmas Trees
  • Flowers
  • Fruit
  • Fruit Trees
  • Goats - Dairy
  • Goats - Meat
  • Grains
  • Hay
  • Hemp
  • Horses
  • Nursery Stock
  • Organic crops
  • Poultry - Layers
  • Sheep
  • Timber/Forest Land
  • Turfgrasses
  • Vegetables

Goals, Values, Vision

My goal is to establish a small Michigan farm that combines growing food with caring for the land. I plan to raise honeybees and plant native wildflowers to support pollinator populations, while preserving habitat for native bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.

I envision starting small and expanding as I gain experience, using responsible practices that promote healthy soil and biodiversity. I bring a strong work ethic, attention to detail, creativity, and a willingness to learn from experienced farmers and beekeepers. I value land stewardship, community, and keeping agricultural land productive for future generations.


 

Farming Status

Current Farming Status

Not currently farming

Farm Experience/Education

No experience farming

Mentoring

I am seeking mentorship

Farming Plans and Practices

Farming Method

Certified Organic, Organic Practices