Our family of four is seeking farmland to lease so we can grow healthy, nutritious food for our community. My wife and I have gardening experience and decades of combined management experience. While purchasing land is not currently financially feasible, we are eager to lease and responsibly cultivate farmland. Our goals are to promote healthy food, practice sustainable agriculture, care for the land, and teach our teenage sons the value of hard work and environmental stewardship.
Preferred location: Genesee, Hillsdale, Jackson, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw, Wayne
Desired Transitional Agreement: Farm Seeker/Farm Owner Partnership, Lease, Lease to buy, Mentorship, Working arrangement with future partner
Nov 8, 2026
Desired Acreage
- 5-10 Acres
- 11-25 Acres
- 26-100 Acres
Desired Infrastructure
Desired Land Usage
Goals, Values, Vision
Our goal is to reconnect people with the roots of agriculture by restoring an appreciation for where their food comes from, how it is grown, and the importance of what they eat. We value family, responsible stewardship of the land, sustainable practices, and producing the healthiest food possible. Our vision extends beyond growing food for today. We want to help create a future where farming is once again a respected, rewarding, and desirable trade for younger generations. By involving our sons and sharing our knowledge with others, we hope to inspire young people to reconnect with the land, understand the value of agriculture, and see farming as an opportunity to build a meaningful future while nourishing their communities.
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
Organic Practices
