Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Total land size in acres
12-15
Wooded Area
Yes - Lightly treed sloped areas
Expansion potential (acres)
Yes
State of the surface of the cultivable area
Native ground with little to no disturbance aside from a few grazing horses.
Description and historical use of land available for farming
This land has been used as grazing grounds for horses on and off over the past 30 years. The land is essentially virgin to any farming capacities. The flat arable area consisting of 10 acres has highway visibility and access. There is ample space to create parking and a structure for market.
Electricity, water, and housing is an option on the land and the owners are willing to help create the opportunity for those who would like to live where they work. There are several build sites…some easier than others… which can be reviewed and discussed.
Road Access
Yes - Cul de sac off of the main highway
Electricity
Yes - Optional depending on requirements
Long-term goal or vision for land
Future development of the property would lean towards an agrotourism perspective. A small number of sites where the farmer could choose to incorporate tours of the farm or “work the farm” programs. The owners of the property also envision a pop up shop concept for other local crafts people or businesses to rent space for their independent wares for short term leasing (weeks/months). However they are totally open to new ideas and concepts.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
Yes
Current residents living on property
Yes - Owners live on a separate area of the property from usable land
Availability of farm buildings
Yes - Optional build
Land is fenced
Yes - Minimal fencing that would likely need upgrades depending on crop/livestock
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - Some equipment available for development
Water rights to these sources
Yes - Water rights allow for water to be pulled from creek on property. Flow measurments available
On-site housing
Yes - Housing is possible
Restricted access of visitors
Yes
Types of production you are open to
- Vegetable -
- Livestock -
- Hay & Forage -
- Orchard/Fruit -
- Mixed -
- Bees -
- Nursery -
- Other -
Practices preferred
- Certified Organic -
- Organic -
- Other -
Agronomic potential
I don't know
Preferred arrangement
- Lease -
- MOU -
- Business Partnership -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes
Do you require references from the farmer(s)?
Yes - Previous farming/work experience + references would be welcome
Agreement duration
negotiable
