We are a retired couple with 100 acres of land in Alabama. We are looking for someone who is interested in organic farming for themselves without having to buy or rent a farm.
Close to Lewis Smith Lake
1 hour south of Decatur, 1hour 20 minutes north, west of Birmingham
Many opportunities for outside employment in the immediate area
Closest Walmart 35 minutes away
We are in Winston County Alabama. The land is gently rolling hills with pasture and woodland, creeks and stone bluffs.
Available for your use:
3 plus 2, two story 1,900 sqft house (40 years old)
40 acres of pasture and 15 acres of woods
Kubota 47hp with bucket, grapple, bush hog
40 by 50 ft shop
small stable
corral
partial use of acre pond
What we ask assuming you are chosen after the interview:
Written 5 year plan both goals and financial
Pay utilities (electric, and wifi)
Pay $5 for every hour of tractor use as well as the diesel needed
Keep the place as good or better than you found it
For 4 months out of the year host Air B and B for tiny home ½ mile away
For 4 months out of the year care for owners garden and animals (chickens, a few cows, and a couple of donkeys) Owner lives ¼ mile from house.
*For organic and sustanable farming only
Yes, 3 bedrooms with two bathrooms and a garage
Experience with organic farming and a desire to farm
Good with people at least for 4 months out of the year
Good character and references
May be single, married, and/or have children
Call or email Rick and Christine Hood for an interview
661-607-7308
hoodchristine15@gmail.com