I am not in the current business of farming (age 23, currently a part qualified accountant), however, I spent most of my youth around farms and I always wanted to start my own farm whether it only be part-time. I am considering starting my own herd. My plan would be to buy 8 acres (Decent land around here is around £25,000 an acre) and buying 8 shorthorn cows and use AI. The reason for 8 cows is because I would need them to graze all year round with a steel framed shelter for the winter period. I would like the herd to be as efficient as possible, and to mainly cover the costs of the mortgage for the land which would be around £3,700/y. If all went well I would grow the herd along with the increased purchase of land. As I have a full time job I wouldn't be taking any kind of salary from the herd. The reason for this post is to find out what others peoples opinions on this would be?