Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Total land size in acres
10 acres
Expansion potential (acres)
No
Current use
- Livestock -
- Hay & Forage -
- Other -
State of the surface of the cultivable area
Land is all flat Irrigation from South Thompson Domestic water from South Thompson
Previously land was used for produce for farmers market.
Description and historical use of land available for farming
Land previously used as Market garden, and Hay production
Road Access
Yes - On paved road . less than 1/4 mile to Transcanada Highway.
Electricity
Yes - Full power to service residence, farm , shop mobile home
Long-term goal or vision for land
We have operated the farm for 13 years producing beef, pork chicken, for farmers market, Farm has licenced meat shop, walk in cooler and freezer. We also have a Farm gate slaughter licence which new owner can apply for. We have just prepared a new site for second Legal residence on the property. Installed new septic field Pad for double wide, Power on site, new well for water source. Long term plan was for extended family accommodations and possible rental revenue to assist in mortgage payments
A portion of the property is Non ALR about 2 acres.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
No
Current residents living on property
Yes - Myself partner and Wifes sister living in Mobile home
Availability of farm buildings
Yes - Licenced meat shop, Large shop for storage, repairs. Hay and livestock shelter buildings
Land is fenced
Yes - 6 foot page wire some areas double fenced.
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - Offering full line of harm equipment, haying and cultivation. Shop equiped with most tools required for minor repairs. Welder, Compressor jacks.
Water source
- Well -
- Irrigation system -
Water rights to these sources
Yes - Water licence from South Thompson
Restricted access of visitors
No
Types of production you are open to
Agronomic potential
Excellent
Soil details
- Texture -
- General fertility (nutrients) -
- Good drainage -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes - Have 40 pluss years of knowledge in small acerage farming to be financially viable All this depending on my health.
Do you require references from the farmer(s)?
No
Agreement duration
Plan is to sell complete operation as we require funds for purchase of retirment property, Home in City.
