This is an opportunity for a start-up farmer with previous growing experience - someone who has worked on a farm, and wants to take the next step. Yellow Point has a vibrant farming community, and access to good markets. The new farmer will enjoy being part of a supportive community of great farmers in the area!
Land Details
Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes - This opportunity is participating in the BC Land Matching Program. Reach out to kiyomi@youngagrarians.org to start a conversation.
Total land size in acres
6 acres
Wooded Area
Yes - 4 acres
Cultivable Area
1/4 - 1/2 acres
Expansion potential (acres)
Yes - Potential to use the forest
Zoning
Non-ALR
Current use
Not used for agriculture - A few beds of garlic and potatoes
Current practices
Organic -
State of the surface of the cultivable area
Lawn
Description and historical use of land available for farming
The available land is about a 1/2 acre of mostly-fenced, grassy meadow with direct access from the road through its own gate. The landowners have started building 50' garden beds to grow garlic and potatoes, and the rest is an open space for a new project. Grasses and weeds grow aggressively, suggesting fertile soil and ample moisture in the ground. Historically, the property was used for grazing cattle.
Road Access
Yes - The plot is adjacent to the road with its own gate.
Electricity
No
Cell Service
Yes
Long-term goal or vision for land
The property is a long-term family home for the landowners. They would like to see less grass and more food growing on the land by hosting a start-up farm or a satellite garden for an existing farm. Getting farm status would be a nice bonus!
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
No
Current residents living on property
Yes
Availability of farm buildings
No
Land is fenced
Yes - Partially fenced, and willing to invest in additional fencing.
Availability of farm machinery and tools
No
Water source
Other - Rain water collection and potential pond
Water rights to these sources
Yes
On-site housing
No
Restricted access of visitors
No
Types of production you are open to
Vegetable -
Livestock - Poultry (eggs)
Greenhouse -
Practices preferred
Organic -
Other - Regenerative
Agronomic potential
Good
Soil details
Unknown -
Preferred arrangement
Lease -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes - Will facilitate connections to the local farming community
