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Permaculture Off Grid Farm land available

Located in Thompson - Okanagan
88 Acre off grid permaculture farm looking for additional on site expertise to expand production and resiliency.

Land Details

Total land size in acres
88
Wooded Area
Yes - 40acres
Cultivable Area
30 acres of hay, 10 acres pasture, 1 acre food forest, 2 acre gardens, 5 acres orchard (planned)
Expansion potential (acres)
Yes - Cultivate adjoining pasture areas.
Zoning
ALR
Current use
  • Mixed - Hay, Sheep, Cattle, Horses, Chickens on pasture in summer, Layers on pasture year round, Turkeys raised on pasture, food forest, asparagus, raspberry, strawberry, vegetable gardens, hard apple cider orchard (planned)
Current practices
  • Organic -
  • Other - Permaculture practices "beyond organic"
State of the surface of the cultivable area

Soil is being improved as we go, this is third year of food production. Garden areas are supplemented with compost generated by farm animals. Pasture chickens fertilize food forest during summer months.

Description and historical use of land available for farming

Was a small dairy (less than 12 milkers) in the 70's, many older barn and shelter buildings. We purchased property in 2014 and have started a comprehensive permaculture plan.

Road Access
Yes - Farm has rood running through middle of property called Wellbanks Road. Property has a number of trails criss crossing the property likely due to past logging that occured.
Electricity
Yes - The main farm is totally off grid. We have a farm workshop that is hooked up to the grid.
Cell Service
Yes - Coverage from cell tower about 5km away. Property accesses internet with high speed satellite.
Long-term goal or vision for land

Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
No
Current residents living on property
Yes - House on property with two separate living units. Well insulated cabin with bathroom and loft, 28 foot RV and small rustic cabin by the pond as well as camping throughout the property in the summer.
Availability of farm buildings
Yes - Numerous buildings mostly dated but usable with constant maintenance.
Land is fenced
Yes - This is ongoing improvement project. We have replaced fensing around barns and three pastures. More is needed around perimeter and along roadway.
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - 2 tractors (42hp MF and 72hp 4x4 Ford both with loaders and PTO 3PT), deep subsoiler, rototiller, plow, disc, hay equipment (balers, cutter, rake, tedder, hay elevator), drip irrigation in garden and food forest,
Water source
  • Pond/lake -
  • Irrigation system -
  • Other - Drip irrigation system installed in garden and food forest (2 acres), can be expanded.
Water rights to these sources
Yes - Irrigation, livestock, fish raising and occupational usage licences in place for this property.
On-site housing
Yes
Restricted access of visitors
Yes - Insurance and liability concerns to be discussed.
Types of production you are open to
  • Vegetable - Intensive market garden operation including green house.
  • Livestock - Sheep, cattle, currently have up to 80 sheep on property and 4 cattle for breeding. Up to 1,200 meat birds in Summer, 150 - 400 layers, 50 Turkeys.
  • Grain - Planning to grow grains for poultry feed.
  • Hay & Forage - Planning to do intensive rotation grazing with cattle, sheep, chicken tractors to improve pastures.
  • Orchard/Fruit - Hard apple cider experience an asset.
  • Other - Forest areas excellent for mushroom growing and other projects.
Practices preferred
  • Certified Organic -
  • Other - Permacuture "beyond organic"
Agronomic potential
Excellent
Soil details
  • Texture - Sandy with few rocks.
  • Sloping - South facing well drained gentle slope.
  • Slope orientation and degree of slope (specify) - Gentle south slope to the sun.
  • General fertility (nutrients) - Have soil tests.
  • Good drainage - Yes.
Preferred arrangement
  • Other -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
No
Do you require references from the farmer(s)?
Yes - Prefer experienced farmer.
Agreement duration
One season to trial, then discuss further renewal arrangements.

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Phone: 2506755595
Email: moniz@telus.net

Address

1939 Well Banks Road
Sorrento , BC, V0E 2W1
CA

Last modifed 2 months ago; 2024-12-31.