Farm management (3 years+) - I have been running my own livestock business, Tsolum River Ranch, for 5+ years.
Do you have a business plan?
Yes - I am nearing the completion of my startup business plan and working towards a medium- and long-term plan for my farm's expansion.
Do you have financial resources available to start your farm?
Yes - I have the necessary capital for my farm expansion goals.
Do you have access to other financial resources (such as a financial partner, loan, etc.) to start your farm?'
No
Project
Farm Name
Tsolum River Ranch
Farm Project Description
I am the owner and operator of Tsolum River Ranch and Studio Aase in Courtenay, BC. I raise 55 Suffolk and Gotland sheep for meat and wool in addition to raising pork, meat rabbits, laying hens and beef production on 26 acres of land. I sell my products to local clients and restaurants, and beyond the Comox Valley to clients in Squamish, Nanaimo, and Vancouver. My fibre business, Studio Aase, utilizes all the wool generated by my flock to craft handmade items, including wool duvets, felted wool slippers, and woven rugs.
Preferred Arrangement
Lease -
License -
Duration of the desired agreement
1 term trial period followed by long-term lease if agreeable
Ideal date to obtain land by
Spring 2025
Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Land & Features Desired
Total Land Size (acres)
50-100
Wooded Area (acres)
No
Cultivable Area (acres)
Possibility to expand area currently available (acres)
Yes - if possible, this would be great
Zoning
Either
Preferred current state of the surface of the cultivable area
Seeking grazing pasture with perimeter fencing. A barn and seasonal or year-round housing would be a bonus but is not required.
Open to landowner residing on property
Yes
Need farm buildings
No
Need fenced land
Yes
Need farm machinery and tools
No
Need established water source and infrastructure
Can bring own water if necessary, prefer water on-site (water needs are low)
