Kevin Smitko
Sharpsburg, GA (USA)
Role(s):
Founder/Owner/Principal
J & L Orchard
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Location:
Sharpsburg
Industry:
Agriculture
Year Founded:
2010
Number Employees:
1-10 people
Description:
Start up apple orchard. Very small, 5-10 acres. Primary marketing plan is a pick-your-own orchard. Secondary plan is to sell through roadside stands and farmers markets. Keeping costs very low. Projected to reach cumulative profitability in the 3rd/4th year. Family operation, no employees. $75,000 estimated in gross revenues when fully operational. $55,000 estimated in net profits. Need a loan to purchase and clear land, purchase equipment, purchase trees/rootstocks, and provide operating capital until trees begin to bear fruit (2nd/3rd year). Will offer real estate, equipment, and first and second crops as collateral.