5th generation farmer. The last few generations were part time farmers while working off farm full time. I grew up on a small livestock farm in Southern York and currently manage my family’s livestock. I work full-time for the Commonwealth of PA, specifically in York County. I was involved in 4H and FFA, in my younger years. I raised and showed sheep, hogs, beef, and poultry. I lived out west in Colorado for quite a few years and moved back to PA three years ago. Currently looking to either expand current sheep flock, custom graze livestock for others, or add additional enterprises. I also have experience butchering.
Looking For Arrangement Type:
Buy / Lease / Lease To Own
Desired Farmer Counties:
York
Farmer's Intended Methods:
Sustainable
Desired Farmer Regions:
Region 6
Marketing Strategies:
Indirect Sales To Cooperatives/Company/Farmers, Other Direct Marketing Outlets
Describe Other:
Direct marketing
Looking For Farms With Acreage:
1-100, 101 to 200
Desired Farming Type:
Livestock
Marketing Plan: Yes
Will use land for crop production: Yes
Years of Experience: On and off 30+
Herd Description:
Family has a 60 ewe flock. I own a Jersey heifer, a nanny goat, a White Dorper ram, and three steers currently.
Agricultural Apprenticeship Program Details:
I was in 4H from 8-18
I was in FFA from freshman in high school on.
Agricultural Class & Degree Info:
PA Farm Link-Tilling the Soil of Opportunity Farm Business Planning Course, 2007
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