I have a strong interest in farming, and learn best by doing. However, I do not know anyone that farms. I am seeking mentorship and working learning opportunities with the goal of a partnership and/or eventual purchase.
Preferred location: Alcona, Allegan, Alpena, Antrim, Barry, Benzie, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Genesee, Grand Traverse, Hillsdale, Iosco, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Kalkaska, Kent, Lake, Lapeer, Leelanau, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Manistee, Mason, Missaukee, Monroe, Montmorency, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oakland, Oceana, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Ottawa, Roscommon, St. Clair, St. Joseph, Van Buren, Washtenaw, Wayne, Wexford
Desired Transitional Agreement: Farm Seeker/Farm Owner Partnership, Working arrangement with future partner
Aug 1, 2025
Desired Acreage
- 1-5 Acres
- 5-10 Acres
- 11-25 Acres
- 26-100 Acres
Desired Infrastructure
Desired Land Usage
Goals, Values, Vision
My current skill set is based on my trial and error in my garden. I do not use any pesticide/herbicide and rely on creating space for nature to take care of itself through companion planting, trap plants, and attracting pest predators. "Chaos garden" is a recent term I've found, and I find I fit into that quite well.
I have found a love for different types of berries and beans. I would like to continue with that.
I am passionate about using native plants and protecting the land on which we live along with learning to be self sustaining as much as possible.
My "big dreams" vision is to have a farm with space to provide education. Education would be teaching self sustainability and preservation. Also providing teaching for those that live in housing they rent, such as how to grow a container garden. I would like to be able to provide food for food pantries along with selling our own product. I would like learn more about grafting/ propagation to sell fruit trees and bushes.
I am interested in learning about bee keeping.
My skill set is still that of a beginner. I have a strong desire to learn, a strong work ethic and visions of the future. I do not have any connections to farms or farming, so my hope is that I find that here.
I currently have a small business selling extracts and native perennials at farmers markets.
I am looking for mentorship and space to learn.
My background is almost entirely in guest services, hospitality, and retail. I managed my family's campground for 10 years. I love people and being outside.
Farming Status
Current Farming Status
Not currently farming
Farm Experience/Education
No experience farming
Mentoring
I am seeking mentorship
Farming Plans and Practices
I currently have a small home garden. I do not use any pesticide or herbicide. I rely on companion planting, trap plants and attracting pest predators into my yard.
