Entering Farmer #20516
I grew up in Cranberry Township on 10 acres when it was still farm land – born in the early 70s with cows as neighbors on 2 sides. I only ever knew well water and raw milk direct from our local farmer friend. My family had two small gardens but enough to feed 5 for summer with about 10 rows of corn, which us kids mostly seeded, watered, weeded, harvested. I would say we grew about 10 to 12+ different types of vegetables. We often went to local farms for apple,picking and took them to the local cider press (Sally’s) to watch them, be pressed into our own cider. My parents both hunted until my mom had children, and we hunted to sustain winter since we did not grow up with a lot of money.
I went from that life pretty directly to corporate world at age 19 through 52 and I much preferred the former life. I enjoy being more in tune with nature, more time outdoors, more self-sustaining, and of course, more tomatoes!
As back up, I have my best friend from high school and her husband who own a beyond organic (even more stringent practices) orchard/cidery and have degrees in horticulture and agriculture. I consider them experts in going in above and beyond in their practices of organic farming and living.
I would love to start learning more and am ready to start up and find land.
Entering Farmer #20505
Currently, my fiance and I are looking to create a farm in which we can be self sufficient and bring about community joy. We began this journey not knowing much about farming but through researching, volunteering, and planning, we have been able to cultivate ideas that work best for production and cultivation. We both share a deep love for animals and agriculture. On the weekends, we volunteer at our local farm ensuring that we learn the best practices for starting a farm. Some tasks we do include cleaning horse stalls, planting in greenhouses, and operating the small farm petting zoo. We have come to love these tasks so much that they have inspired us to take a leap of faith and begin planning our own farm.
Entering Farmer #20503
My name is Nathan I am soon to be a father of 4 and before we moved to butler we had a homestead in Mercer county. I have experience raising Chickens, Quail and Ducks for eggs and meat. I also had rabbits for meat and fiber. We had gardens set up with containers, raised beds, grow bags and a small tower garden. My goal is to get into crop production to help not only feed my family but my community. I want to get started so I can register in agriculture for taxes and Business. This would give my family the opportunity to apply for farm loans to get the acreage we desire to have a functioning farm and help the community with local produce and eggs.
Entering Farmer #20499
Attended Central Tech High School, pursuing landscape horticulture, agriculture, and environmental science for my trade, and have been assisting in the horse racing industry for the past six years.
Entering Farmer #20495
I would like to run an orchard or agrotourism type business.
Entering Farmer #20488
Hello, I am from a multi generation farm owning family. I am currently looking for property to expand and step out on my own with. Our little blended family consist of my husband and I along with our two teenage children. I currently own a small herd of sheep. But I grew up with my family farming cows and raising horses.
Entering Farmer #20487
I have a small herd of dairy goats, chickens and getting ready to get a beef cow. We currently rent our hime and not able to do all the things we want due to restrictions here.
Entering Farmer #20483
My wife and I are seeking a long-term opportunity to live and manage a small, diversified farm or homestead, ideally one in transition to new caretakers. I’ve managed and worked on educational and organic farms across New England—most recently at the Good Life Center and Four Seasons Farm in Maine—and have several years of experience with vegetable growing, small livestock care, and farm stewardship. My wife is a teacher, writer, and experienced farm caretaker who has helped raised goats and tend gardens.
We’re drawn to farming as a way of life that blends care for the land with community and creativity, and we’re hoping to find a place where we can grow into long-term stewardship alongside those ready to pass their work on.
Entering Farmer #20480
Hello, my name is Tyler. I am 22 years old and originally from Massachusetts now in New Hampshire. I have been farming for about 8 years originally growing tree fruits and now growing produce, primarily sweet corn. I am looking to start the next chapter of my farming career and interest in possibly mentoring under someone for a couple years in hopes of starting my own farm. I am open to and interested in all types of agriculture including both crop farming and livestock, I am also willing to relocate just about anywhere as opportunities in my area are very limited.
Entering Farmer #20479
I am a part of a network of farmers/gardeners/growers in Erie County and Crawford County. We are looking for opportunities for shared farm land ownership and community farming to create a thriving local food system, environment, and economy. I have many years of experience in small-scale crop production in both rural and urban environments. Through my network of local farmers/gardeners/growers, we have generations of experience in many forms of agriculture.