HOW I BUILT A $100K FARM BUSINESS IN 3 YEARS (Step-by-Step) | Ranching Profit Sheep Farming Dorper

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  • Опубліковано 28 тра 2024
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    In May of 2020 I had the desire to farm for profit. I had no industry connections, no farming background... I did not even own any land!
    3 years later, by God's grace, my farm business grossed a little under $100k within one calendar year. This is farm business only, not media income. This is a simple business model that anyone can follow... and it does not require thousands of dollars in expensive advertising.
    In this video I outline the 3 year process of building and promoting my sheep farm business on 23 acres. I hope that a look at my thoughts and strategy help you do the same for yourself!
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    -the Shepherdess
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    0:00 Going from $0-$100k on 23 Acres
    4:59 Year 1
    8:22 Year 2
    12:59 Year 3
    17:47 Taking a UA-cam Break Until June 15th!
    In this video:
    Micro Ranching for profit
    Dorper Sheep
    Sheep Farming Business PLan
    Farmland
    American Agriculture
    Building a sheep farm
    Homesteading
    PREPPING
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    About this Channel: This channel chronicles my journey as a sheep farmer from the very beginning. My primary occupation is in business management. In 2020, I discovered the principles of regenerative agriculture and embarked on a journey with the end goal of building a profitable small farm on 23 acres by 2027. Thank you for joining the journey!

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  • @theShepherdess
    @theShepherdess  2 місяці тому +2

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  • @neveralone1498
    @neveralone1498 7 місяців тому +21

    I haven't even listened to the whole video yet and I'm impressed because she honors God for her increase. Way to go, young lady! We must credit where credit is due. 😇

  • @stevewright9340
    @stevewright9340 Рік тому +89

    I love how u give God the glory for your success, Praise Jesus

  • @Matt_Castiglione
    @Matt_Castiglione Рік тому +168

    Think big, start small. Dont quit.

  • @canopy9396
    @canopy9396 6 місяців тому +16

    So i am getting out of the military in 14 months and have been really obsessed with starting a sheep farm in Tx. Your videos have literally helped me build my confidence that I can do this. Thank you so much for helping everyone and doing this yourself. You are truly an inspiring human and I hope one day I am like you.

    • @SaltyCowFarms
      @SaltyCowFarms 3 місяці тому +3

      canopy9396 start the BGBG program ASAP. Enroll now if possible. Overlap it with your ACAP, as they won't know about the BGBG as its listed as "for veterans" but it is not a VA sponsored program, so it's elected not selected.
      Battleground to Breaking Ground is the technical name for the program. Download and print off all of The Sheperedess' blueprints and outlines and take them to class. Between you and me, the class is garbage, just like everything the army picks up without a contract, but it will put you in a cohort with others and it brings the people who can help you, into one concentrated local. They'll help with literally every paperwork aspect of starting a farm in TX as a veteran.

    • @ShawnWi
      @ShawnWi 2 місяці тому +2

      Do it! I retired after 25 years and set up a 5 yr plan to start a farm without debt. I’m in year 3 and ahead of schedule. I’m so looking forward to stepping away from the city, working the 9-5 and moving out to our land and starting. Best of luck to you on your journey!

  • @Catatafish1
    @Catatafish1 10 місяців тому +31

    Respect for not making this into a course to buy. Someday I plan on starting small part time then one day be able to support myself with my land and sheep

  • @jdmac4049
    @jdmac4049 4 місяці тому +9

    We're closing on 55 acres in Eastern Oklahoma. So excited to do this exact same thing. Starting from scratch too.

  • @harlom97
    @harlom97 Рік тому +10

    I felt the calling to be a good steward of land that wasn’t being used. I retired from the military in Oct 2016. As of today we custom graze over 400 cows in a cow/calf operation. God has done it all. I just showed up every day.

  • @pickone8142
    @pickone8142 11 місяців тому +8

    Our farm was purchased in 1914 and I am the 4 generation to farm it but it has been leased and ran down for many years. Thanks for the video. Now it is my turn to turn this place around and make it start making money

  • @thebigot6211
    @thebigot6211 11 місяців тому +8

    Hey shepherdess, shalom. I'm Dezmond from Nigeria, I'm just starting out as a Shepard and you keep inspiring me each day. I already ywi sheep, a nale and female. They're both a Nigerian breed called Uda, they are tall, dont make much wool but lots of meat. B'ezrat Hashem ill be increasing my flock next week probably to 10. Thankyou so much, and much love from Nigeria.

  • @CampbellValleyFarmstead
    @CampbellValleyFarmstead Рік тому +76

    We launched our farm business today and this video could not have been better timed for us! Thank you so much for all you’ve taught us over the years. God bless you!

  • @zenjamin6262
    @zenjamin6262 Рік тому +11

    This info is pure gold... I have learned the hard way for many years and this gal has opens my eyes to how shallow minded I am , thank you lord ! For this sheperdess !

  • @user-ji8sc6jx1x
    @user-ji8sc6jx1x 3 місяці тому +4

    Ive been watching you for awhile now. You are an amazing young woman. It was a blessing to me to hear you give the Lord the Glory. I know you have only begun, the sky is the limit for you.
    M.

  • @patmcdonald766
    @patmcdonald766 10 місяців тому +33

    Anyone thinking of what they want to do in life. I suggest following this Shepard to learn more than most Universities teach in four years. Very specific and knowledgeable on what it takes to succeed. Her spirit is flowing and you do not need to make 100K. However your focus on what makes her talents shine is GOD based and we need more Shepherdess like her.

  • @ladyryan902
    @ladyryan902 Рік тому +12

    Ill say again youre amazing. I thank you for continuing here where we can learn freely.

    • @theShepherdess
      @theShepherdess  Рік тому +2

      I really hope it helps! Thank you for supporting by watching and commenting.

  • @markmorris8410
    @markmorris8410 Рік тому +14

    Proud of you, Little Sister, for your success, but mostly for your faithfulness! Blessings

  • @Dailyfreedomfighter7788
    @Dailyfreedomfighter7788 Рік тому +29

    Thank you so much for all the videos. I've been studying and taking notes for the last week going through your channel and its been incredibly helpful. Starting our business later this year in central California. God's put it on our hearts to try to bring life, community, and common sense back to our broken state, please pray for California.

  • @firehorsewoman414
    @firehorsewoman414 Рік тому +16

    Been watching your videos for awhile. We bought 100+ acres in east texas last year and trying to figure out what we are going to do with it. You are amazing!

  • @JLa7257
    @JLa7257 2 місяці тому +2

    I'm glad I found your channel, sister. ♡

  • @cliffordthecabover1266
    @cliffordthecabover1266 Рік тому +30

    It’s always great to see someone stick to a plan. Great job!

  • @KPVFarmer
    @KPVFarmer Рік тому +10

    Proud of all you are doing!!! Keep on Farm’n!!! 🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸

  • @iskanderdmour8394
    @iskanderdmour8394 11 місяців тому +4

    I've been planing to start a small quail project but I've been doubting it could work, somehow this video inspired me to give it my best shot, and maybe I will one day start a sheep farming project.
    Congratulations on your success

  • @mitchell9782
    @mitchell9782 5 місяців тому +1

    All i can think about is becoming a rancher now. Thank you for helping.

  • @lizpetruzzi7700
    @lizpetruzzi7700 11 місяців тому +3

    Just found you and super thankful! Raising and selling sheep for profit is my dream. As well as creating a sustainable small farm. Annnd I also am a Christ follower and love how you give thanks and glory to God. Thank you for your servant’s heart❤️

  • @lunaflamed
    @lunaflamed Рік тому +3

    KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

  • @Big_Daddy_Don
    @Big_Daddy_Don Рік тому +10

    You are a ROCKSTAR! Thank you for the gratuity that you show to your followers! Blessings!

  • @MadisonBanksPhillips
    @MadisonBanksPhillips 2 місяці тому +1

    I have loads of respect for you and what you are doing and creating!!! You didn’t have to give out any information. To me, this is creating partnership, not competition. Which is such an amazing thing living in this world now.

  • @FinanciallyLitFathersMovement
    @FinanciallyLitFathersMovement 23 дні тому

    Wow...my wife and I are looking at homesteading for a change of pace and slower lifestyle but the entrepreneur in me can't help but see all of the business opportunities in this space. This video is REALLY helpful, thanks!

  • @LaidBackHomesteader
    @LaidBackHomesteader Рік тому +2

    Last year i started to build a farm from scratch. This year i purchased sheep. Currently getting set up for strip grazing. Staying focused on the task is the only way to truly succeed

  • @Farmangel_
    @Farmangel_ Рік тому +4

    You are an “angel” sent straight from the heavens above!!! God says the same ,I will be up and running by the time you are ready to sell your next ewes !!! Thank you so incredibly much for all you are doing 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @billyryan55
    @billyryan55 Рік тому +3

    You really inspired me to really dive into ranching im using sheep and goats. Trying to restore 63 acres.

  • @sarahbrown7050
    @sarahbrown7050 11 місяців тому +4

    Just found your videos in the past week or so and have been watching a couple here and there. I'm finding them quite practical and helpful... I'm a single woman on 17.95 acres in Maine with a low mortgage, and would love to create a business that keeps me on the land instead of working at a tourist trap store in town. I can't do sheep, as my land is still too rough, but with your business plan in mind, I've been researching and trying to think of what I CAN do. It's been very encouraging, as for a long time I've been thinking "someday" and I finally feel like with your help I might be able to turn that into "soon." A topic I'd like to see you cover - taxes. As a person with no business background, the concept of learning how to pay self-employment taxes is extremely intimidating.
    Thanks for sharing your fascinating journey and for being clear in your testimony of gratitude toward God's provision.
    My guess on your break - getting married?

    • @theShepherdess
      @theShepherdess  11 місяців тому +2

      Thank you so much for this comment!! I was really encouraged by it. I’ll take your video recommendation seriously!

  • @kermitnelson5771
    @kermitnelson5771 10 місяців тому +3

    Just started looking at your show and loving it already keep them coming

  • @naturacelthuilesessentiell5263
    @naturacelthuilesessentiell5263 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you from France.

  • @genesismccormack7540
    @genesismccormack7540 Рік тому +13

    Way to go Grace!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Congratulations on all your hard work and for sharing your path to success.

  • @abbyu209
    @abbyu209 Рік тому +5

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I'm still looking for Dorper sheep to put on 1.5 acres. I've really enjoyed your videos.

  • @bryandailey4174
    @bryandailey4174 Рік тому +1

    So happy and proud of you!!! Love your energy!

  • @thesimplehomestead1
    @thesimplehomestead1 Рік тому +4

    Grace, I'm so proud of you! Watching you grow has been such a joy. Thank you for sharing your information with all of us❤

    • @theShepherdess
      @theShepherdess  Рік тому +2

      Julie, you have been a huge encouragement and feel like a sister!! Thank you!!

    • @thesimplehomestead1
      @thesimplehomestead1 Рік тому +1

      @@theShepherdess I feel the same! 💜

  • @Treehandler
    @Treehandler 11 місяців тому +1

    Going on a mission trip I imagine. Quality of your content is top notch, you’ve definitely got the formula.

  • @thesmiths629
    @thesmiths629 Рік тому +4

    I'm so jealous of your easy fence moving . I'm picking up netting and carving my way through briar thickets with loppers to reset netting. Oh the tangles, thorns and tears! I have goats and goat quality woodlands that I'm trying to tame in time.

  • @MuliebritySmith
    @MuliebritySmith Рік тому +2

    Congrats, girlfriend! I know your plan didn't include 2020, a drought, and all the other things that have popped up! You are awesome!

  • @randyrice8649
    @randyrice8649 9 місяців тому

    Love your attitude, and I’m sure that this will encourage others to try this journey!

  • @FactscanhurtFeelings
    @FactscanhurtFeelings Місяць тому

    God Bless you. I was worried about the next generation (and still am)…but young people like you gives me hope. Base your life in the one and only God, and He will bless you through the hard, hard work, trials and joys are part of life.

  • @9252LIFE
    @9252LIFE 11 місяців тому

    You are very clear with your words and your business strategy. Thank you. The world is lucky to have you.

    • @theShepherdess
      @theShepherdess  11 місяців тому +1

      This is a really huge encouragement! Thank you!

  • @cowgirlinarizona1371
    @cowgirlinarizona1371 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for putting these together! Our white Dorper just had her lamb this morning.

  • @innashevchenko7365
    @innashevchenko7365 9 місяців тому

    Wow this is so helpful! I just recently found your channel and I am so proud of how far you’ve come. God Bless you sister. Wish you the best

  • @darrel1954
    @darrel1954 Рік тому

    I really enjoy your videos like this. Videos like this give people hope. People need more sources of positive energy today.

  • @Mogeweather
    @Mogeweather Рік тому +5

    Wow Grace! This is so impressive and so exciting!🎉👏 Way to go!! You are a huge inspiration!

  • @agrarianschoolhouse
    @agrarianschoolhouse Місяць тому

    Super helpful, thank you for doing what you do!

  • @JohnCamp
    @JohnCamp Рік тому +6

    This is impressive, I am starting this with a totally different, everything. Totally different local topography, totally different previous pre-AG work background, and I'm a 6ft 160LBS grunt male. If I wasn't being forced to open my own slaughterhouse to not get stuck in backlogged killing queues I'd be farming livestock now. But I definitely won't balk in the face of the challenge ahead.

    • @heirloomn.heritage7004
      @heirloomn.heritage7004 Рік тому +3

      Where ya at John? Commercial or private slaughter? We need more quality houses! Best wishes. You can do it!

    • @JohnCamp
      @JohnCamp Рік тому +1

      @@heirloomn.heritage7004 big as I can go. After I get thru my second post secondary AG course needed for such an undertaking.

    • @JohnCamp
      @JohnCamp Рік тому +1

      @@heirloomn.heritage7004 ah, Vancouver Island.

  • @b.j.montgomery4065
    @b.j.montgomery4065 Рік тому +7

    Love watching your videos and looking forward to using many of your suggestions on my place. This episode does point out one item most people don’t talk about. $100,000 investment and a return of $30,000 means $100,000 or pretty close to that is invested first. Farming is very cash heavy investment. The challenge is to come up with the $100k will be the hinderance to most people.

  • @brockstar1311
    @brockstar1311 Рік тому +3

    Been watching since the beginning. Congradulations your an inspiration.

    • @theShepherdess
      @theShepherdess  Рік тому +2

      You are a great support! I don’t take it for granted… THANK YOU!

  • @SuperDuty23XL
    @SuperDuty23XL 10 місяців тому

    Wow, your perspective of “only God gives the increase “ doesn’t guarantee success but surely sets you up in the best position for it. God bless.

  • @neverstoppulling5169
    @neverstoppulling5169 Рік тому +1

    Keep up the amazing work. Thank you so much for helping others follow your path and sharing your knowledge

  • @Farmerzeb1618
    @Farmerzeb1618 9 місяців тому

    Thank your for sharing your story!!! I'm just now seeing your channel and I can't wait to follow alone!!!

  • @heirloomn.heritage7004
    @heirloomn.heritage7004 Рік тому +4

    Inspirational! I suspect you'll be on another learning adventure. Talking with people, maybe at a gathering or convention? And travelling to pick up more premium stock 🤗 Thanks for moving the rest of us along!

  • @interestingtimes182
    @interestingtimes182 Місяць тому

    So smart and humble, thanks for sharing your beautiful faith. God bless

  • @TheToddFather1969
    @TheToddFather1969 5 місяців тому

    I found this video by accident, but I’m glad I did. We don’t know each other but let me say, in all sincerity- I am proud of you for what you took on and having the determination to see it through. Makes me feel good for the future. May God bless you richly.

  • @jakerainey1396
    @jakerainey1396 9 місяців тому

    You are legit! Good for you for hitting your goals. I am going to become a subscriber to your newsletter.

  • @Electricmeg
    @Electricmeg 11 місяців тому +1

    Kudos! What a fantastic journey!

  • @D.K.92511
    @D.K.92511 Рік тому

    think big start small don't quit!Awesome moto.Full support for that.

  • @mikemagero
    @mikemagero 3 місяці тому

    Oh so educative... Big up from Kenya.

  • @MicahCovey
    @MicahCovey 6 місяців тому

    Inspiring girl!! Way to go!😮🎉

  • @michelleleake4169
    @michelleleake4169 Рік тому

    Inspiring!!! My new favorite shepherdess video🎉❤

  • @rickayers3150
    @rickayers3150 Рік тому

    Good for you grace, I proud of you.

  • @drobbins678
    @drobbins678 Рік тому +1

    Great video, continued blessings and success!

  • @LyonsDenFarm
    @LyonsDenFarm 7 місяців тому +1

    I seriously appreciate the insights to this and believe this can apply to farming in general.
    Ducks are somewhat similar now that I look back at the first year.

  • @twc9000
    @twc9000 3 місяці тому

    Excellent video!

  • @didileong4116
    @didileong4116 2 місяці тому

    congratulations on your important work. you are FABULOUS!

  • @ssfoste
    @ssfoste Рік тому +4

    Wow, ya know your passion is Agriculture, but your real skill is Marketing, that was amazing and so well laid out and built. Start a second site doing the marketing to support your self.

  • @HannahKorren
    @HannahKorren Рік тому +3

    Love your videos! They inspire me to keep going in the field of farming! 💛

  • @samhotstick13.28
    @samhotstick13.28 5 місяців тому

    The best thing you sold was You! You did such a great job at branding your business.. bravo.. I have 53 acres and would love to have a few of these sheep.

  • @lenapas9480
    @lenapas9480 Місяць тому

    Nice see young people going back to the land, and no waste money in University in course they don’t even care about.

  • @CindyVine
    @CindyVine 11 місяців тому +2

    Enjoyed the video! I'm based in Portugal and am currently breeding kunekune pigs and have funnily enough been looking at adding dorper sheep as my dad used to breed them years ago in South Africa.

  • @successfultrucking-mv2sl
    @successfultrucking-mv2sl Рік тому

    Amazing congratulations. Awesome information here.

  • @patrickbrowning6345
    @patrickbrowning6345 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for what you do.
    Your videos have been very good as I'm about to get 30ac and where looking at cattle but now I'm looking at sheep

  • @challengethesystem6191
    @challengethesystem6191 Рік тому

    You are awesome and encouraging. Stay strong and God Bless

  • @joninature
    @joninature 11 місяців тому +1

    absolutely phenomenal ❤ you are a hero!

  • @alancole1394
    @alancole1394 6 місяців тому

    Great job 👍🏼

  • @eddiespears8016
    @eddiespears8016 Рік тому

    Your story is so inspirational. Thank you so much for your content.

  • @Sarah.Brown29
    @Sarah.Brown29 4 місяці тому

    Struggling with start up cost. Can't wait to watch your videos! ❤

  • @rodrigobcn12
    @rodrigobcn12 8 місяців тому

    What a great job
    Thas was really inspiring!

  • @davidsilvio5021
    @davidsilvio5021 Рік тому +1

    Your very passionate and energetic...Your enthusiasm and knowledge is encouraging.....I wish all the young people had your drive for life

  • @SvenGreenHill2174
    @SvenGreenHill2174 Рік тому +1

    Enjoy your break. 😊👍

  • @idkidk7985
    @idkidk7985 11 місяців тому

    love it! im a vet trying to soak up as much info as i can ive been dreaming about starting a farm for yearssss

  • @robb8331
    @robb8331 Рік тому +1

    congartulations, keep after it & enjoy it

  • @user-mz7nw8ql5r
    @user-mz7nw8ql5r 8 місяців тому

    thank you so much especially for the checklist( i was about making a farm business plan till i found your video)

  • @janefromcanada6943
    @janefromcanada6943 22 дні тому

    wow.....very interesting! So technology based....I wasn't expecting that. But it makes total sense in this day and age.

  • @techommie
    @techommie 11 місяців тому

    Love this !

  • @TraderRY
    @TraderRY 7 місяців тому

    You are a amazing person!!

  • @HenSasso
    @HenSasso 11 місяців тому

    Hai.. this the first time i watch your channel and i just click subscribe..I love the way you explain and it inspire me.. thanks

  • @benjaminrailing
    @benjaminrailing Рік тому

    Good job Little Gracie!

  • @way_of_the_wild
    @way_of_the_wild Рік тому

    Thank you so much, I really needed to hear your message of don't quit today. God bless you.

  • @cookingwithwine.9190
    @cookingwithwine.9190 Рік тому +2

    You done great! ❤

  • @jopjas9
    @jopjas9 10 місяців тому

    Great video. Thank you for sharing

  • @adambeck3280
    @adambeck3280 3 місяці тому

    Congratulations!

  • @morganturner5211
    @morganturner5211 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for the helpful info! Sucks that so many entitled brats comment critiquing everything you say and do. It’s so cool that you’ve found so much success and are willing to share tips/resources! Hope you had a nice break 😊

  • @Awandering
    @Awandering 9 днів тому

    You, are great. Thank you.

  • @joseveliz5209
    @joseveliz5209 11 місяців тому

    Excellent work of an entrepreneur and congratulations

  • @CanadaReporter
    @CanadaReporter 7 місяців тому

    im gonna to watch all your early videos , we have same passion regarding farming