This 100+ acre property between Nelson and Castlegar offers 25 acres of pastures for hay and/or grazing, fenced areas for livestock, a barn for livestock and hay storage, an outbuilding that could be upgraded for processing and washing facilities and bee keeping equipment and hives.
Land Details
Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Total land size in acres
180 acres
Wooded Area
Yes - 100 acres of forested land backs the property, which backs onto Crown land.
Cultivable Area
30 acres
Expansion potential (acres)
Yes
Zoning
Current use
Current practices
State of the surface of the cultivable area
Largely open, fenced pasture with outbuildings, with wooded area up the mountainside to the north. Located in an east-west oriented valley.
Description and historical use of land available for farming
The farm pastures have had animals grazing in the past, up to 35 head at one time. There are currently goats, sheep, chickens and pigs on the land.
Road Access
Yes
Electricity
Yes
Cell Service
Yes
Long-term goal or vision for land
The landholders are hoping to see the farm used to its full potential, offering a place for one or more farmers to implement their business plans - from grazing to bee keeping to market gardens or greenhouse production - the sky is the limit! Bring your ideas!
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
Yes - Wild animals and wildfires.
Current residents living on property
Yes - Landholders currently reside in the main residence with their family.
Availability of farm buildings
Yes - A two-story barn and outbuilding are available.
Land is fenced
Yes - Fenced areas available for livestock and partially fenced pasture.
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - Some farm implements may be available for use.
Water source
Water rights to these sources
Yes - Rights on multiple water sources including up to 10+ acres for irrigation.
On-site housing
Yes - Potential for the right farmer/s on a case by case basis.
Restricted access of visitors
Yes
Types of production you are open to
Practices preferred
Agronomic potential
Some areas of the property is very rocky and would be more suitable for greenhouse production, while the pasture area is very fertile.
Soil details
Preferred arrangement
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes
Do you require references from the farmer(s)?
Yes
Agreement duration
1-5 years depending on the needs of the farmer and production type
