General farming (3 years or less) - My Father in Law runs an industrial farm. (Haying, Grain, Livestock)
Other experience/agricultural/business training - Ran a small poultry & pig operation
Do you have a business plan?
No - The plan is still being developed, Land specifications and location will finalize some of the pending planning
Do you have financial resources available to start your farm?
Yes - Some savings and a line of credit.
Do you have access to other financial resources (such as a financial partner, loan, etc.) to start your farm?'
Yes - I would be open to any of this additional funding options.
Project
Farm Name
Justin Scott
Farm Project Description
In search of 1-2 acre's. My intention, to develop a Market Garden design. Focus would be on growing farm fresh produce without pesticides. Goal's are to strive for natural, effective and sustainable farming practices. Fast forward and the plan will evolve into a Permaculture system. This does not have to happen on the intended parcel as the Market Garden will be the focus. Currently living in Alberta and relocation will need to take place. Accommodations would be a huge added bonus but will find housing if needed.
Preferred Arrangement
Registered Lease on Title -
Lease -
Transfer / Succession -
Business Partnership -
Sale of Land -
Duration of the desired agreement
1-5 years
Ideal date to obtain land by
2021
Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Land & Features Desired
Total Land Size (acres)
1-5 Acres
Wooded Area (acres)
Yes - 1-2 acres
Cultivable Area (acres)
1-3 acres
Possibility to expand area currently available (acres)
No
Zoning
Either
Preferred current state of the surface of the cultivable area
Will be able to work with what is provided but would prefer to use already tilled land, or pasture.
Open to landowner residing on property
Yes
Need farm buildings
Yes - Greenhouse, or hoop houses would be helpful but can be built at a low cost. Also need an area to wash, package and store fresh produce, also can possibly be built.
Need fenced land
No
Need farm machinery and tools
Yes - Will use if available but will be purchased when needed.
Need established water source and infrastructure
TBD
Need on-site housing
Yes - This would be a big help but will find accommodations if necessary.
Production type
Vegetable - For this size plot fast growing quick turning crops with high margins. Examples;Leafy Greens, Tomatoes, Carrots, Turnups,
