Flower Farm Operation with Full Facilities – For Sale/Lease
Business Description
Established Farm with Strong Wholesale Network and Expansion Potential
Established in 1971, this exceptional 2,850-acre flower farm operation represents one of the largest gladiolus growing enterprises in the United States. Led by fifth-generation growers with over 55 years of experience, the business has built an impressive wholesale network of more than 150 clients across the United States and Canada.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:
The operation generates annual revenue of $3,661,187 with a diversified customer base where no single client represents more than 7% of total sales. This risk mitigation strategy ensures stable revenue streams across major supermarkets and florists.
OPERATIONS & FACILITIES:
The comprehensive facility spans 99,764 square feet and includes specialized production capabilities for gladiolus, sunflowers, peonies, and greenhouse crops. A modern greenhouse facility built in 2002 supports year-round production potential and expansion opportunities.
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE:
As one of the largest operations of its kind domestically, the business enjoys minimal competition in gladiolus production with no meaningful foreign competition. This market position provides significant competitive moats and pricing power.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
- Development of new product lines within existing seasonal sales periods
- Expansion of sales to current clients during non-production periods
- Enhanced greenhouse production for year-round revenue
- Leveraging existing infrastructure for operational scaling
TRANSITION SUPPORT:
The retiring owners are committed to providing comprehensive training and hands-on support to ensure seamless transition and continued success. Buildings, equipment, and employee housing are available for lease, creating a complete turnkey opportunity.
This rare acquisition opportunity combines established market leadership, diversified revenue streams, and significant growth potential in the specialized flower farming sector.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:
The operation generates annual revenue of $3,661,187 with a diversified customer base where no single client represents more than 7% of total sales. This risk mitigation strategy ensures stable revenue streams across major supermarkets and florists.
OPERATIONS & FACILITIES:
The comprehensive facility spans 99,764 square feet and includes specialized production capabilities for gladiolus, sunflowers, peonies, and greenhouse crops. A modern greenhouse facility built in 2002 supports year-round production potential and expansion opportunities.
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE:
As one of the largest operations of its kind domestically, the business enjoys minimal competition in gladiolus production with no meaningful foreign competition. This market position provides significant competitive moats and pricing power.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
- Development of new product lines within existing seasonal sales periods
- Expansion of sales to current clients during non-production periods
- Enhanced greenhouse production for year-round revenue
- Leveraging existing infrastructure for operational scaling
TRANSITION SUPPORT:
The retiring owners are committed to providing comprehensive training and hands-on support to ensure seamless transition and continued success. Buildings, equipment, and employee housing are available for lease, creating a complete turnkey opportunity.
This rare acquisition opportunity combines established market leadership, diversified revenue streams, and significant growth potential in the specialized flower farming sector.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 55
- Employees
- 72 (12 Full-time, 60 Part-time)
60 seasonal H2A employees from May-September for growing season. - Facilities & Assets
- (Facilities For Lease) Well maintained buildings totaling 99,764 square feet and one fully equipped greenhouse totaling 31,858 square feet situated on 17 acres. Over 39,000 square feet of facilities are refrigerated. Built 1980 through 2008 all facilities are in good condition. There is room for expansion at the current site. The land and structures are owned with the option to be leased or sold. County road frontage is perfect for this business.
Employee Housing (For Lease): 150 beds of employee housing that have been inspected by the State of Michigan.
Additional Assets: (For Purchase or Lease)
Forklifts, dump trucks, refrigerated straight trucks, semi tractors, flatbed trailers, backhoe, Hagie Highboy Sprayer, and multiple 80-300 horsepower tractors. - Market Outlook / Competition
- This is one of the largest operations of its kind in the United States, with minimal domestic competition and no meaningful foreign competition in gladiolus production.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Additional growth can be achieved by developing and marketing new product lines within the existing seasonal sales and shipping periods. The business also presents opportunities to expand sales to existing clients during current non-production periods. The greenhouse facility, built in 2002 and fully equipped, further supports the expansion of greenhouse production and year-round sales potential.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Not included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 99,764
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- After many years of ownership and operation, the current owners are planning for
- Transition Support
- The current owners are willing and available to provide training and hands-on support to ensure a smooth and successful transition for the incoming operator.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2493118
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