Cookstown Greens goes up for sale after 22 years

We spoke with Cohlmeyer earlier today, who told us that selling Cookstown Greens is just a part of growing older—he turned 65 last year—and wishing to reduce business responsibilities so he can explore his other interests. What other interests? Well, Cohlmeyer says he wants to write a book about growing quality food, and hopes to work toward removing the legal impediments that face small-scale farms, especially those regarding animal husbandry. He also wants a chance to explore creative hobbies that he sometimes neglected when running a full-time farm, such as photography and music (he’s played the cello since high school).

With the farm listed back in October, Cohlmeyer says there are a number of interested parties but no firm offers as of yet. The $1.2-million price tag includes all buildings (greenhouses and living quarters), farm equipment, permits, an irrigation system and business contacts, alongside Cookstown Greens’ well-respected name.