Tegrity Valley Farms | Application Preview
Tegrity Valley Farms is requesting government grant funding to build a large greenhouse, purchase Christmas trees and lavender plants, install irrigation systems for watercress, and cover labor costs for soil preparation and greenhouse development. The business aims to establish a diversified organic farm in Castle Rock, Washington, focusing on crops that support one another in case of failure.
The farm’s business plan emphasizes starting strong, learning local land and water systems, and using social media and local agricultural experts to grow community ties and promote products. The owner also plans to involve the community directly, potentially dedicating garden spaces for communal use and encouraging public participation.
With over 50 years of experience in organic farming, the applicant highlights their self-motivation and deep community connections, especially reaching those not active online. The proposed farm stands out due to the lack of direct competitors in the area and plans for a unique, multi-functional shed space. This space will host performances during the Christmas season and double as a retail and workshop space during summer lavender harvests.
Combining agriculture, art, and local engagement, Tegrity Valley Farms presents a vision rooted in sustainability and community enrichment.
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General Information
Business Registration Number: 123123123
Location: castle rock, wa, United States
Length of Operation: 1-5
Number of Employees: 1-10 Employees
Annual Gross Income: Less than $100k
Annual Gross Expense: Less than $100k
Open to Loans: YES
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Funding Usage
I would use this money to construct a big greenhouse, buy Christmas trees and lavender plants and well as irrigation systems for watercress. I would pay labor for preparing soil and establishing the greenhouse area.
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Business Plan
I like starting big and educating myself on land use, water systems, plant life and supply and demand in cowlitz county. I would use social media and teams of agriculture specialist in the area to promote my organic tree and lavender farm using the community for support. I would attend meetings and get the community involved with my vision. If designating garden spaces to the community for their growth, I am willing to do that. I am a self-starter, motivated and have a background of over 50 years in organic farming. Offering a well-rounded interest ..christmas trees, lavender and watercress.... if one crop fails, the others will not. I am present on social media, and I personally know a lot of master gardeners who don't have social media. Reaching the community is my forte' and offering products that are beneficial for our community.
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Self Identified Competition
I don't believe there are any competitors in this field in Castle Rock Washington. The family tree farms are in other cities. I Planning a small, rustic shed, stage, that will be inviting to local artists to perform and enjoy the christmas season as people are cutting down their christmas trees. In the summer, lavender fields to attract the bees and offer the same shed for lavender oils and wreaths that the community can participate in creating. I am a strong organizer and an artist. I will make it happen.
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