Farm Opportunities



 

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Last Updated: 4/1/2010 2:19 PM
FS106 Looking for a presently operating farm or one that could be put into operation without much trouble. Would be interested in owning outright or forming a partnership with someone. Would prefer owner financing, but I am able to obtain credit. Dairy, Heifer raising.

 

FS122

 

 

Non-active member

 

FS150

 

 

MATCHED

 

FS154

 

 

Match in Progress

 

FS156

 

 

Match in Progress

 

FS159

 

 

Young couple seeking an opportunity to enter into the dairy business. Would like to work with an established, well managed, high producing herd of 70-100 cows. Work with dairyman to gradually take over the diary and purchase herd. Have some equity to start investing in cattle immediately but would also need owner financing. Our primary goal is to concentrate on the cows and purchase feed. Interested in working modern tie-stall barn with TMR feeding, but would consider other options. Housing preferred, but not necessary.

 

FS161

 

 

Couple in search of a mid-size crop farm or tillable land. Buildings/House not as important as quality of land. Both grew up on farms but are currently professionally employed outside of agriculture. Looking for an outright purchase with possibly some guidance from present owner but will also consider lease/purchase or other options.

 

 

FS173

 

 

Matched

 

 FS182

 

 

Matched

 

 FS197 

We wish to work and live on and have access to land for starting or continuing a diverse, intensively cropped vegetable farm with the vision of integrating fruits, herbs, animals, and marketing through CSA and Farmer’s Markets.  We seek an opportunity to commit to a place and make it our home; to build relationships with the land and people and to gain a sense of ownership over time.  We want to invest our time, skills and labor, as well as our visions and ideas into a farm that is profitable and nourishes a greater community.

 

 

FS202

 

 

We are looking for a farm to lease and /or buy within 3 hours of NYC as we already have established markets and customers there. Ideally 50-100acres that can be certified organic, horticulture, herbs, produce. Employment to eventual transfer with experience on the requirement of housing.

 

FS221

 

 

Match found!

 

FS224

 

 

I would like to find 1 or 2 or 3 farms that carry approximately 1,200 beef cows that I have. I am currently leasing ground in Virg and would like to bring my operation to NY.

FS228 

I am looking for a dairy that is up and running to take over ownership in approximately 3 to 5 years. My goal is to keep a dairy for my kids to take over so that small dairies do not go out altogether. In 3 to 5 years hoping to become organic dairy farm.

 

 FS229 

Although I am a dairy man and crops person, I would consider any opportunity available within farming that will also allow me to raise a young family. We are willing to work with the right owners.  Farming for me is not just another form of employment but a passion that runs in the blood.

 

 

FS244

 

 

I would like to lease or buy with owner financing a 45-50 cow farm with a tie stall barn and youngstock facilities with land for rotational grazing and crops for winter months. Must have some type of housing on farm. Preferably in Mohawk Valley or Central NY region.

 

 FS250 

 Young couple seeking land to manage, lease or purchase for organic mixed vegetable farm.  Our goal is diversified crops with possible livestock production, for direct marketing and CSA.  We have 7 years of organic farming experience combined (CSA, farmers’ market, wholesale).  Our ideal farm size is 5 to 15 acres for crops with additional acreage for pasture, but we are open to smaller or larger parcels given the right situation.

 

 

FS252

 

 

I am interested in an employment/transfer for a dairy/mixed agriculture farm, where the owners would be interested in being involved and mentors for at least five years or more.

 

 

FS266

 

 

Young farmer looking to work into a dairy operation. Worked on dad's farm until he sold cows. I have experience in feeding cows and equipment operation. Wanting to start my own dairy. Prefer 50 to 100 cows with 100 to 200 acres in Lewis or Oneida counties.

 

FS271

 

 

Seeking to purchase 10-20 acres of land 1-3 hours from New York City to develop a diversified organic farm in the future. I was raised on a family farm and would enjoy raising my own children in a similar environment. It is my desire to keep rural land in line with nature. Preferably situated in a quiet organic area, good quality of land to produce vegetables using organic techniques would be desired. Doesn't necessarily need a house. Availability of water for irrigation would be a plus. Catskills region would be preferable but not necessary.

 

FS277

 

 

Two generation family looking to purchase farm in central NY to manage naturally. Will raise grass fed beef pork. Produce naturally raised milk and butter. Work with draft horses along with tractors. Raise and dry corn for heating. Produce natural hay for horses that are boarding on farm. Need house large enough for 4 adults and three children or two separate homes. Owner financing would be appreciated (long or short term).

 

FS280

 

 

Found a match.

 

FS281

 

 

Dairy of distinction type farm of interest to family of four. Counties of interest include Lewis, Otsego, Oneida, Jefferson, and Madison. If selling farmer interested in keeping their home, we would like ability to construct one new home. We will forfeit development rights to trust and hope to pass farm down to future family generations. 200+ acres desired with 100+ tillable. Ability to grow herd and milk up to 75 head.

 

 FS285 

 Seeking farm to rent where owner supplies feed and/or cows.  I have heifers, dry cow facility, grazing system, shop and some machinery including have feed cart and Knight 3300 mixer wagon.  Good mechanical ability.  Location must be within 15 miles of Moravia, NY in Tompkins Cayuga or Cortland counties.  Prefer tie stall.  Have references.

 

 

FS286

 

 

Seeking 50 to 100 acres of tillable ground suitable for hay and grain operation. Land with or without house and buildings is acceptable. Prefer area where additional acreage may be rented. Interested in any location within one hour or less commute to Albany.

 FS302  Mature woman with adult daughter and two teenagers seeking small, diversified dairy farm in Delaware County, NY.  Grazing situation, not confinement set-up.  Willing to work with established farmer to gain experience and skills.  Would like to work toward acquiring own dairy herd and possible lease of farm.  Family has experience with sheep, beef, pigs, horses, poultry.  Two family members are employed part-time on local dairy farms.  Housing is needed.

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