Mike and Maria

We are a couple in our early 60's who are interested in small-scale homesteading. If any of our children join us, we could manage a little more, or a family farm "compound."

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

Desired Transitional Agreement: Lease to buy, Sale

Sep 1, 2025

Desired Acreage

  • 1-5 Acres
  • 5-10 Acres
  • 11-25 Acres

Desired Infrastructure

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

Desired Land Usage

  • Cattle - Dairy
  • Flowers
  • Fruit
  • Fruit Trees
  • Hay
  • Organic crops
  • Poultry - Layers
  • Poultry - Meat
  • Vegetables

Goals, Values, Vision

We would like to homestead on a small scale, or more if some of our adult children join us. We are open to sharing acreage if a neighboring farmer has need for grazing, or if someone wants to dedicate acreage to hay. A dairy cow would be nice. So far, our experience on the land has been limited to gardening. Husband is very handy across multiple skill sets, recently retired from 40+ years of self-employment.

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

Organic Practices

Desire organic farming methods