Aspiring Michigan farmer seeking land or partnership opportunities to establish a diversified, sustainable farm. Committed to responsible stewardship, local food production, and creating a farm that serves the surrounding community.
Preferred location: Arenac, Bay, Clare, Clinton, Eaton, Genesee, Gladwin, Gratiot, Hillsdale, Huron, Ingham, Ionia, Isabella, Jackson, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Mecosta, Midland, Monroe, Montcalm, Oakland, Osceola, Saginaw, Sanilac, Shiawassee, St. Clair, Tuscola, Washtenaw, Wayne
Desired Transitional Agreement: Farm Seeker/Farm Owner Partnership, Lease, Lease to buy, Sale, Mentorship, Working arrangement with future partner
Mar 16, 2026
Desired Acreage
- 26-100 Acres
Farming Status
Current Farming Status
Current active business plan
Farm Experience/Education
Farm employee, Formal agricultural education
Mentoring
I am seeking mentorship
Farming Plans and Practices
Farming Method
Organic Practices
I am looking for an opportunity to carry forward the legacy of a farm that has been cared for over many years. My goal is to build a diversified farm in Michigan focused on long-term productivity, careful stewardship, and thoughtful growth. I am especially interested in land that can continue in active agricultural use and be developed over time through orchard crops, specialty crops, and other high-value farm enterprises suited to the property.
I value hard work, respect for the land, and respect for the people who have built and maintained working farms. I understand that for many retiring farmers, finding the right next steward matters as much as the sale itself. My vision is to continue that tradition by improving the land responsibly, investing in its future, and building an operation that is practical, resilient, and sustainable over the long term.
I bring a combination of business planning, long-range thinking, and hands-on practical ability. I am serious about farming and open to opportunities that allow for a gradual transition, mentorship, or a phased path into ownership or management. I would welcome the chance to work with a retiring farmer who wants to see their land remain productive and well cared for by someone committed to its future.
