Hi,

We are looking at starting a hobby farm, in the Adelaide Hills area.

As a matter of interest, what size land would we need to sustain the following, assuming there is decent rainfall, topping up with hay if needed?

• A small orchard of fruit tree's
• 2 milk cows
• 10 beef cattle
• 5 sheep
• Chickens

Our aim would to be self sustainable.

Hi there

We are looking to purchase our first farm, have a tree change and get into some breeding of horses, raising chickens etc. we expect to make a small income initially and as we wind down our city jobs over the next five years and increase the income from the farm.

In talking with lenders and insurance companies they all ask whether we are setting up a hobby farm or a farming business. 

Can anyone tell me the technical definition?

Thanks

T