Ian Seager

Not from a Farming Background. studied Environmental Studies and sustainability with specialization in sustainable agriculture and food systems at MSU.

Preferred location: Allegan, Arenac, Barry, Bay, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Clare, Clinton, Eaton, Genesee, Gladwin, Gratiot, Hillsdale, Huron, Ingham, Ionia, Isabella, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kent, Lake, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Mason, Mecosta, Midland, Monroe, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oakland, Oceana, Osceola, Ottawa, Saginaw, Sanilac, Shiawassee, St. Clair, St. Joseph, Tuscola, Van Buren, Washtenaw, Wayne

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

Mar 12, 2026

Desired Acreage

  • 11-25 Acres
  • 26-100 Acres

Desired Infrastructure

  • Electrical Access
  • Farmer Housing
  • Fencing
  • Irrigation/Water Access

Desired Land Usage

  • Bees
  • Cattle - Beef
  • Flowers
  • Fruit
  • Fruit Trees
  • Goats - Meat
  • Grains
  • Organic crops
  • Pigs
  • Poultry - Meat
  • Sheep
  • Timber/Forest Land
  • Vegetables

Goals, Values, Vision

I worked with MDARD to help create a plan for their Regenerative Agriculture Demonstration Farm at the VFW National Home. Currently working for the Kent Conservation District as an Agriculture Technician. Looking to gain experience working with livestock to build soil and ecosystem health to create a foundation for independence and expertise.

My Goal is to be an Agriculture Professional with my own operation to build experience, credibility and economic independence while doing work to grow the regenerative Agriculture movement.

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

I'm not a purist for being Organic certification. Would mostly consider it if it impacted economics positively. I believe in building soil health using the best tools.