Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Total land size in acres
4 Acres
Expansion potential (acres)
Yes - Up to an additional 5 acres
State of the surface of the cultivable area
The field has not been actively farmed in several years.
Description and historical use of land available for farming
The field is currently in a mix of alfalfa and grasses, it slopes to the West.
Road Access
Yes - Road access through our residential driveway.
Electricity
Yes - There is no current service, but there is a meter base with the potential to add service within 200ft of the field.
Long-term goal or vision for land
I would like to improve the potential of the ground over several years.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
No
Current residents living on property
Yes
Availability of farm buildings
No - There is some potential for a small storage area.
Land is fenced
Yes - Fenced with wire mesh and barbed wire. Fencing would require some repairs to be suitable for livestock.
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - We have equipment on site, however it is critical for our own farming operation. We will not rent, loan or lease our equipment, but would be willing to work with you on our equipment at reasonable rates.
Water source
- Stream/river -
- Irrigation system -
Water rights to these sources
Yes - We have water rights on the North Thompson River.
On-site housing
No - No housing.
Restricted access of visitors
Yes - The current access is through our residential driveway.
Types of production you are open to
- Vegetable -
- Livestock -
- Grain -
- Seed -
- Hay & Forage -
- Mixed -
- Flower -
- Greenhouse -
- Bees -
- Mushroom -
- Nursery -
- Other -
Soil details
- Texture -
- Rocky soil -
- Sloping -
- Slope orientation and degree of slope (specify) -
- Good drainage -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes - Our agricultural experience is limited and generally specific to hops but will help where we can. I have good knowledge of irrigation systems, earthworks and construction.
Do you require references from the farmer(s)?
Yes - References would be helpful.
Agreement duration
Negotiable and dependent on your vision for the land.
