Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Total land size in acres
80.00
Expansion potential (acres)
Yes - Some neighbours have interest in leasing their property as well for forage/grazing
Current use
- Livestock -
- Hay & Forage -
- Other -
State of the surface of the cultivable area
There are three main pastures, currently used for grazing. They are naturally irrigated only, with some challenges during very dry or drought conditions. However, there is a creek on the property (runs year-round, owners have rights) that continuously supplies adequate water for animals. The soil is sandy-loam, with a heavy emphasis on the sand! It can be challenging for growing.
Description and historical use of land available for farming
The cultivable area is currently used only as pasture for horses, and the current owners have previously had 8 cow/calf pairs on the site. The previous owner claims to have run 50 cow-calf pairs on the property. There are also logging and milling operations on site, and a creek that runs year-round and generates hydropower. Some of the additional dwellings on-site are rented out during the summer months as holiday accommodation.
Electricity
Yes - To barn areas
Long-term goal or vision for land
See the land used and give an opportunity to a younger farmer.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
Yes - Wildfires
Current residents living on property
Yes - One main house and several smaller dwellings
Availability of farm buildings
Yes - Several large structures/barns available, including one with stalls for livestock (open)
Land is fenced
Yes - Some low cow-fencing around pastures
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - Stock trailer, lumber mill/equipment, Kubota tractor
Water rights to these sources
Yes
On-site housing
Yes - Potentially for the right candidate, but preferably not
Restricted access of visitors
Yes
Types of production you are open to
- Livestock -
- Hay & Forage -
- Other -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes
Do you require references from the farmer(s)?
Yes
Agreement duration
One year to start, and potential for longer thereafter
