DEVELOPERS & PLANNERS
Grow long-term value.
Development projects are full of possibility, with the potential to transform land into profitable places that endure.
But unlocking that potential requires smart decision-making across planning, design, and implementation – decisions that balance ecological integrity, operational viability, and financial realities. If you’re a developer, planner, architect, engineer, or realtor working within complex land contexts, Farmer D & Co is here to help.
You Might Be Asking:
What type of development suits this land?
How can farming, agriculture, or open space add value to this project?
How can we balance conservation with development?
What assumptions should we pressure-test before moving forward?
How do we reduce long-term operational and reputational risk?
How can our plan enable entitlements, build community support, and create lasting, differentiated value?
How Farmer D Supports Developers & Planners
Farmer D & Co. integrates working lands, agriculture, and the built environment through land planning and design—creating projects that are viable, differentiated, risk-averse, and enduring. Our work helps teams test assumptions, make informed decisions, and avoid costly mistakes from concept through implementation.
What This Might Look Like:
A land-based assessment of soils, water, ecology, and overall site capacity
An evaluation of appropriate development intensity and pattern based on land constraints and stewardship goals
Guidance on integrating agriculture, conservation, and open space into the overall land-use framework
Identification of long-term risks, constraints, and key tradeoffs affecting viability and phasing
Recommendations for program mix, phasing, and implementation sequencing
Support for entitlement strategy, planning coordination, and community conversations
Potential Outcomes:
Agrihoods and conservation communities that balance land stewardship with long-term performance
Projects where farming and working landscapes are foundational to value, not treated as amenities
Clearer entitlement paths with fewer infrastructure, regulatory, and operational surprises
Enduring projects that hold value over time through thoughtful planning, differentiation, and stewardship
Farmer D transformed our land into a thriving, beautiful educational farm. Their expertise and ongoing support made our vision sustainable and achievable.
Sheena Panchak — The Wonder Farm
Farmer D transformed worn-out Georgia red clay into a thriving certified organic farm that enhances both community life and the long-term value of our development.
Steve & Marie Nygren — Founders, Serenbe
Daron brings both vision and practical reality to a project — a rare and powerful combination.
Steve Kellenberg — Kellenberg Studio
WHERE TO START
Developers and planners engage Farmer D & Co at various stages, from early land analysis to master planning and design. Beginning in the Discover phase – focused on early analysis and program definition – helps inform entitlements, clarify tradeoffs, and set the foundation for long-term feasibility. If you’re looking for stewardship-led guidance that supports performance and reduces risk, this is a thoughtful place to begin.
Who We Serve
Landowners & Families
Developers & Planners
Institutions & Nonprofits
Hospitality & Retreats
Cities & Counties