City life might have its benefits, there are aspects of urban living that we all love, yet there is something to be said for grounding with nature and if you are longing to live in a rural setting, why not sell the Sydney home, buy a small farm holding and make a living feeding the population?
Organically grown fruit and vegetables
You may already be aware of the many small organic farms in Hunter Valley and they sell their produce directly to the consumer via their website. Profits are good when you sell directly to the consumer and many Sydney families have already made the switch to living a natural life away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There are many species and you should choose produce that is sought-after and very easy to grow; you might want to consider flowers, which are grown in greenhouses and fetch a very high price.
Crunch the numbers
Of course, the first thing to do is find out what it would cost to make such a move; the more equity you have in your urban home, the better. Calculate the cost of acquiring the farm, preferably already fitted out with usable greenhouses ready for hydroponics; the quick harvest time makes for more profit and once you understand how hydroponics work, there’s no going back. You might need a large garage shed combo and a leading Australian shed maker has you covered for special outdoor structures. If you need a loan, there are online lenders and they don’t need to see your business plan, plus you get a same-day decision and the funds are in your account.
Write a business plan
Spend as much time as is necessary to choose the right crops; they must be in demand and organically grown vegetables are always in demand from hotels, resorts, restaurants, and most importantly, the general public. People are more educated about the health risks from processed foods and most Australians prefer fruit and vegetables that are grown organically. It is critical that you can show how you will make enough money to keep the business afloat; there are some heavy investments with such a project. You might decide to outsource your logistics, which is always a good move.
Digital marketing is a must to ensure that the world knows about your farm and your produce, so make sure you have a monthly budget for SEO and social media marketing. There will be obstacles and you must be determined; a sharp learning curve lies ahead and the Internet hosts all the resources you need.It might sound a daunting prospect at first, but once you have crunched the numbers and written a decent business plan, the project gradually takes shape and before you know it, you will be relocating to Hunter Valley to start a new and exciting episode of your life.
