Melissa C and Family

First Generation, looking for mentorship with potential to take over in regenerative practices in livestock and crops

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, Lease to buy, Working arrangement with future partner

Oct 8, 2024

Desired Acreage

  • 5-10 Acres
  • 11-25 Acres
  • 26-100 Acres
  • 101-250 Acres

Desired Infrastructure

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

Desired Land Usage

  • Bees
  • Fruit Trees
  • Goats - Dairy
  • Goats - Meat
  • Hay
  • Organic crops
  • Poultry - Layers
  • Poultry - Meat
  • Sheep
  • Timber/Forest Land
  • Vegetables

Goals, Values, Vision

Interested in a regenerative farm, considering livestock and vegetables. Interested down the road in partnering with other farms to increase what we/they  can offer. 

Not a stranger to a farm myself, but no formal experience. My spouse and I want to raise our kid's in the farm life. Time will tell if they share our passion. We are open to different opportunities, arrangements and location options, preference for Southeast MI.

Farming Status

Current Farming Status

Not currently farming

Farm Experience/Education

No experience farming

Mentoring

I am seeking mentorship

Farming Plans and Practices

Regenerative or organic preferred.