Located near the historic town of Greenwood, this property offers over 13 acres of prime grazing land, perfect for a small-scale livestock producer. Years have been dedicated to removing invasive species, and past practices such as rotational grazing and bale grazing have restored the pasture to excellent condition.
Land Details
Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Total land size in acres
40
Wooded Area
Yes - There are some treed areas near the 3 acre field, along the creek and at the edge of the field.
Cultivable Area
13
Expansion potential (acres)
No
Zoning
Non-ALR
Current use
Not used for agriculture - Fallow this season, rotational grazing in past seasons.
Current practices
Other - Regenerative grazing methods used to restore the fields.
State of the surface of the cultivable area
Fallow fields of mixed grasses, invasive weed species have been removed.
Description and historical use of land available for farming
The land includes two fields: one is approximately 10 acres and is contained by perimetre fence of page wire and an electric strand. The other field is approximately 3 acres, bordered by Boundary creek on one side with some shade available.
Previous use includes rotational and bale grazing livestock to restore the pastures. Years of dedicated weeding have kept the fields clear of invasive weed species.
Road Access
Yes - Road access to both fields.
Electricity
Yes - Electricity available near the fenced 10 acre field.
Cell Service
Yes
Long-term goal or vision for land
The vision for the land is that it will continue to be grazed by a small-scale livestock operation using regenerative farming practices with respect for the trees, the soil and the water. The long-term goal is to keep the land free of invasive weed species and encouraging local agriculture.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
Yes - Lower field is located near Boundary Creek, some risk of flooding.
Current residents living on property
Yes
Availability of farm buildings
No
Land is fenced
Yes - 10 acres are fenced. The additional 3 acres requires farmer to supply portable electric fence.
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - There is some irrigation equipment available for use but it is an old system that will require TLC, some considerable wrenching skills and a willingness to learn the nuances.
Water source
Stream/river -
Water rights to these sources
Yes - Agriculture use water licence for Lind Creek water supply.
On-site housing
No - No on-site housing is available.
Restricted access of visitors
Yes - For discussion.
Types of production you are open to
Livestock - Cattle -
Livestock - Sheep -
Livestock - Goats -
Practices preferred
Organic -
Other - Regenerative, rotational grazing. Organic methods preferred, certification is not required.
Agronomic potential
Excellent
Soil details
Texture - Silty loam
Sloping - Gently sloped
Good drainage -
Preferred arrangement
Lease -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes - Willing to share plan for keeping invasive species out of the pastures.
