Ben Angle

There are more plans that I’m working on as far as the business/non-profit side of the house. Once I’m complete researching that area then my goals will move depending on funding. But the overall objective is to create multiple different ecosystems/guilds around the property for year round harvest of meats, veggies, fruits and nuts. Obviously this is all wishful thinking as I’m in the planning stages but I want to make this happen on a large tract of land that will also house veterans, students, and volunteers. I’m starting my research as to what a single person can feasibly accomplish and adding to it from there. Since I’m planning early and am in no rush, I figured I’d give my dream a shot. I already have a friend that does grant writing so we are researching those possibilities now. So much to this dream project but I’m also being realistic in that I’ll only be able to work with what I have saved, my disability income, and expected revenue from farm.

I’m readying for retirement in the next 1-3 years and I’m looking to start a food forest/homestead. I’m a disabled veteran so i get an annual income of roughly $40k. So I’ve been researching for the past few months and have taken plenty of notes on food forests and raising livestock (chickens, quail, squab, ducks, sheep, pigs, fish, etc. are possibilities) . I have a long list of fruit and nut trees that can grow along with all the veggies. I’m also looking at bamboo and some other multiple use fast growing trees/bushes. I focused a good amount of time on reaching how to make great mulch, worm farms, and even maggots to feed chickens, canning, etc. I’ve gotten pretty detailed but there is always more info to add. So I’m specifically looking for first hand knowledge/experiences in the planning stages when looking for properties (I’m looking for 10+ acres in MS or AL), and what kind of heavy machinery is most needed/wanted and what, if anything, you would have done different. I’m really wanting to dig my own ponds and am currently researching that process and how many states will even provide hatchlings for free. I’m going to build a custom greenhouse so i can grow year around as well so that’s my next project is to design a custom greenhouse that attaches to the main house. I’m also looking for any helpful information from fellow veterans on their process through the VA of buying a farm, homestead, or building your own home via the construction loan. Any info, first hand advice, and knowledge is greatly appreciated. You can email me at benjaminangle@outlook.com. Thank you.

I’ll be making my move in 1-3 years on 10+ acres. I’m a disabled veteran so it come with benefits that allows me to start my own farm. If you’re interested.

I’m looking for single female to start a new journey with in life. I’m a disabled veteran wanting to start a farm on 10+ acres.