Couple Seeking Land for Generational Farm


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Land Seeker Description

Myself and my partner, Iain, are first generation farmers looking to acquire land. Our dream is to own our own farming enterprise and create a life rooted in nature, sustainability, and connection to the land. We are looking for land in the Portland or Bend area to be close to family. Ideally our farm will become a generational farm with family members and our future kids all involved.


What features of the property are essential?

Water rights, wells, no-till land or land that has been farmed using organic or permaculture farming practices.


Describe your farming experience

I have worked on an organic, non-profit farm for over a year. I started as a volunteer and am now the Program Manager and educational lead. I am passionate about farming, sustainability and creating a better future for the generations to come.


Are you currently farming?

Yes

What are your short term goals for the land

Short term goals are to acquire land and launch an enterprise, ideally with existing infrastructure. Our interests are produce, pasture raised animals, flowers, and poultry.


What are your long term goals

Long term goals are to own a successful enterprise and create a sustainable farm for our family and the future generations to come. I am an educator so ideally we would also have an outdoor education component for kids and families to learn.


Describe your housing needs

We are a young couple and are going to start a family so we are looking to buy a home.


What will you do as a farmer to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for everyone on your farm and in your community?

We welcome all people to our farm. Whether you are an employee, family member, friend, or guest, each individual is treated with respect and kindness. We welcome those with different backgrounds, experience and knowledge than our own.

Additional Land Seeker Details

Regions interested in farming:
Central, 5, North Willamette Valley, Portland Area

Acreage desired:
Less than 1 acre, 1 - 5 acres, 5 - 10 acres, 11 - 20 acres, 21+ acres

Seeking land access by:
February 1, 2025

Interested in raising the following crops / livestock:
Beans, Bees, Berries, Flowers, Goats, Herbs, Hogs, Orchard/Fruit, Pasture, Poultry, Rabbits, Sheep, Vegetables, Other

Interested in these business arrangements:
Sale of Land, Lease-to-own, Lease with option to purchase

Interested in these growing practices:
Certified Organic, Organic, Not Certified, Biodynamic, Season Extension

Date when this profile was last modified or created:
February 18, 2025



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