Development Timeline
Every milestone brings us closer to a thriving farm
Completed Milestones
Land Acquired in California City
Raw desert land in California City, CA was acquired as the future home of Reid Premier Farms.
USDA Farm Number Obtained — Farm #19385
Officially registered with the USDA and assigned Farm Number 19385.
FSA Registration Completed
Completed registration with the Farm Service Agency, unlocking access to federal farm programs.
Business Entity Established
Formalized the farm as a registered business entity with a clear development plan.
In Progress
Water Well Planning
Assessing water resources and planning well development to support irrigation and livestock.
Infrastructure Development
Building fencing, solar power systems, roads, and other essential infrastructure.
Orchard Planning
Selecting fruit tree varieties suited to the desert climate and planning orchard layout.
What's Next
First Crop Planting
Planting the first crops in prepared fields using sustainable desert agriculture practices.
Livestock Introduction
Bringing goats, poultry, and other livestock to the farm.
U-Pick Operations Launch
Opening U-Pick fruits and flowers to the community.
First Community Event
Hosting the first farm-to-table dinner, BBQ festival, or seasonal celebration on the farm.
Current Focus Areas
What we're working on right now
Water
Well planning and sustainable water management for the desert
Solar Power
Off-grid solar energy to power the farm sustainably
Orchard
Planning drought-tolerant fruit trees for the desert climate
Community
Building partnerships and programs with local organizations
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