Land has previously been in hay and potatoes, with neighbouring properties keeping livestock as well Land is level and cleared. Silty sandy soil and location near the river floodplain make for good soils in this area. There are washroom facilities on the land (for the festival setup).
Description and historical use of land available for farming
Historically used for hay and potato production, Currently there are apple trees, hazelton trees at early stages. Part of the land is also the grounds for an annual musical festival.
Road Access
Yes - Close to highway, good access as long as the driveway stays cleared of snow.
Electricity
Yes
Cell Service
Yes - Better in some places than others.
Long-term goal or vision for land
Would love to see the land in production and supporting a local producer in the area. There is potential for the land to be utilized, happy to support making that happen. Envision food growing as market garden between rows of trees (20 foot rows).
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
Yes - Some flooding in areas during the spring melt.
Current residents living on property
No
Availability of farm buildings
No
Land is fenced
No
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - Some earth moving equipment
Water source
Pond/lake -
Other - There is water to wash houses, but a system would need to be set up for irrigation to fields
Water rights to these sources
No
On-site housing
Yes - Opportunity to bring or build your own
Restricted access of visitors
No
Types of production you are open to
Vegetable -
Orchard/Fruit -
Practices preferred
Agronomic potential
Good
Soil details
Preferred arrangement
Lease -
License -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
