Other experience/agricultural/business training - Self taught, still learning,immersed in farm culture,local
Do you have a business plan?
Yes - I have an evolving business plan with a focus on market gardening.
Do you have financial resources available to start your farm?
Yes - Yes, some resources but I am exploring funding options.
Do you have access to other financial resources (such as a financial partner, loan, etc.) to start your farm?'
Yes - I will definitely be looking for funding sources.
Project
Farm Name
Dragonfly Mountain Farm
Farm Project Description
We are looking for a unique compatability relationship where the land owner is open to supporting creative endeavors as well as establishing a profitable market garden.
We hope to help steward the land. Ideally we are looking for a landshare longterm where we could live on site and operate our own airbnb rental as well as the farm in order to generate initial income.
We hope to focus on garlic as our main crop as well as diversified veggies, herbs and cut flowers.
Preferred Arrangement
Lease -
License -
Duration of the desired agreement
It depends on the land opportunity, but ideally a long-term agreement.
Ideal date to obtain land by
Actively pursuing all options at the moment.
Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Land & Features Desired
Total Land Size (acres)
2 acres
Wooded Area (acres)
Yes - 1 acre or more of wooded land would be great.
Cultivable Area (acres)
1 acre
Possibility to expand area currently available (acres)
No
Zoning
Non-ALR
Preferred current state of the surface of the cultivable area
Can work with that when time comes; open to a variety of opportunities.
Open to landowner residing on property
Yes
Need farm buildings
Yes - Dry storage for sure.
Need fenced land
No
Need farm machinery and tools
No
Need established water source and infrastructure
Possibly, we can adapt our crop plan to suit a location with less water.
Need on-site housing
Yes - We have portable tiny house, plus Airbnb tiny house which we use as a more stable revenue stream.
