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I am just starting out "farmer" , I want to start a farm with my family are start a homestead life ,while making a paycheck with it to support my family. I haven't the slightest idea where to start really. I'm originally from Florida

Preferred location: Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Arenac, Bay, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Clare, Clinton, Crawford, Eaton, Emmet, Gladwin, Grand Traverse, Gratiot, Huron, Ingham, Ionia, Iosco, Isabella, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Mecosta, Midland, Missaukee, Montcalm, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Osceola, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon, Saginaw, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Tuscola, Wexford

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

Aug 2, 2026

Desired Acreage

  • 1-5 Acres

Desired Infrastructure

  • Electrical Access
  • Farmer Housing
  • Irrigation/Water Access
  • Road access

Desired Land Usage

  • Cattle - Beef
  • Cattle - Dairy
  • Fruit
  • Fruit Trees
  • Grains
  • Nursery Stock
  • Organic crops
  • Poultry - Layers
  • Poultry - Meat
  • Vegetables

Goals, Values, Vision

I am just starting out "farmer" , I want to start a farm with my family are start a homestead life ,while making a paycheck with it to support my family. I haven't the slightest idea where to start really. I'm originally from Florida but want something different. My goal is to grow crops of plenty and raise livestock for basic needs. I don't have huge plans but ultimately I want to be less on the grid even if it isn't fully off grid.

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

Conventional