Kristen Sutter

Former farm hand originally from Metro Detroit looking to become a permanent homesteader/ farmer in Washtenaw County. Currently renting in Ypsilanti looking to buy property within the next year to homestead sustainably and self-sufficiently.

Preferred location: Genesee, Hillsdale, Jackson, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw, Wayne

Desired Transitional Agreement: Lease to buy, Sale

Aug 30, 2024

Desired Acreage

  • < 1 Acres
  • 1-5 Acres

Desired Infrastructure

  • Barns or other facilities
  • Electrical Access
  • Irrigation/Water Access
  • Road access

Desired Land Usage

  • Flowers
  • Fruit
  • Fruit Trees
  • Organic crops
  • Vegetables

Goals, Values, Vision

My goals include running a diverse homesteading operation which includes gardening organically, raising chickens, and incorporating environmental restoration.

Farming Status

Current Farming Status

Not currently farming

Farm Experience/Education

Farm employee, Farm internship/apprenticeship

Mentoring

I am seeking mentorship

Farming Plans and Practices

Farming Method

Organic Practices