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Young farmer looking for a land to start a "Bee Farm"

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Land Seeker Details

Training
  • Other experience/agricultural/business training - No experience, but comes from a family of farmers.
Do you have a business plan?
Yes - Bee and Flowers and Vegetables farming
Do you have financial resources available to start your farm?
No
Do you have access to other financial resources (such as a financial partner, loan, etc.) to start your farm?'
Yes - Running cost, I have some savings. I have a FT job (only 4 days working), looking to start small and learn on the field.

Project

Farm Name
Summit Bee Farm
Farm Project Description

Starting a farming project in November (made up date, the plan is flexible with any start date) in Abbotsford, BC, requires careful planning due to the winter season. Here's a plan to efficiently divide 1.5-acre land for flower and vegetable farming, with a focus on planting and harvesting schedules that align with the local climate: Land Division and Crop Planning Land Division Total Land Area: 1.5 acres (approximately 65,340 square feet) Flowers: 0.5 acres Vegetables: 1 acre Timeframe and Crop Planning November to February: Preparation and Winter Crops Preparation November: Enriching the soil by adding compost and organic matter. December: Plan and purchase seeds, tools, and materials. Set up protective structures like cold frames or hoop houses. Winter Crops Garlic: Plant garlic cloves in November. Harvest: Late June to July. Spinach: Sow in late November (in cold frames). Harvest: February to March. Kale: Sow in late November (in cold frames). Harvest: March to April. March to May: Early Spring Planting Flowers: Daffodils and Tulips: Plant bulbs in early March. Bloom: April to May. Crocus: Plant bulbs in early March. Bloom: April to May. Willow Trees/Shrubs: Plant in March. Bloom: Early Spring (following years). Vegetables: Peas: Sow in March. Harvest: May to June. Lettuce: Sow in March. Harvest: April to June. Carrots: Sow in late March. Harvest: June to August. June to August: Summer Planting Flowers: Lavender: Plant in June. Bloom: July to August. Sunflowers: Sow seeds from May to June. Bloom: July to September. Bee Balm (Monarda): Plant in June. Bloom: July to September. Vegetables: Tomatoes: Transplant seedlings in June. Harvest: August to September. Cucumbers: Sow seeds in June. Harvest: July to September. Zucchini: Sow seeds in June. Harvest: July to September. Indian Okra: Transplant seedlings in June. Harvest: August to September. September to November: Fall Planting Flowers: Goldenrod: Plant in September. Bloom: The following year, late summer to fall. Asters: Plant in September. Bloom: The following year, late summer to fall. Sedum: Plant in September. Bloom: Following year, fall. Vegetables: Broccoli: Sow seeds in September Harvest: November to December. Cauliflower: Sow seeds in September. Harvest: November to December. Spinach: Sow in late September Harvest: November to December. Detailed Area Allocation 1. Flowers (0.5 acres) - Spring Bulbs (Daffodils, Tulips, Crocus): 0.1 acre - Summer Flowers (Lavender, Sunflowers, Bee Balm) 0.2 acre - Fall Flowers (Goldenrod, Asters, Sedum): 0.2 acre 2. Vegetables (1 acre) - Winter Crops (Garlic, Spinach, Kale): 0.2 acre - Early Spring Crops (Peas, Lettuce, Carrots): 0.2 acre - Summer Crops (Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Zucchini): 0.4 acre - Fall Crops (Broccoli, Cauliflower, Spinach): 0.2 acre Crop Rotation and Soil Health Rotate Crops: Each season, I will rotate the areas where I plant different types of vegetables to prevent soil depletion and reduce pest issues. Cover Crops: Planting cover crops like clover or rye during off-seasons improves soil health and prevents erosion. Greenhouse/Cold Frames: Utilize these structures to extend the growing season, especially for winter and early spring crops. Mulching: Use mulch to protect soil and retain moisture. Drip Irrigation: Implement a drip irrigation system to efficiently water crops. Optimize your land use, ensure a steady harvest throughout the year, and support bee farming activities with a variety of flowers.

Preferred Arrangement
  • Lease -
  • Business Partnership -
Duration of the desired agreement
Ideal date to obtain land by

Land & Features Desired

Total Land Size (acres)
1-3 acres
Wooded Area (acres)
No
Cultivable Area (acres)
Possibility to expand area currently available (acres)
No
Zoning
ALR
Preferred current state of the surface of the cultivable area

Open to landowner residing on property
Yes
Need farm buildings
No
Need fenced land
No
Need farm machinery and tools
Yes
Need established water source and infrastructure
Need on-site housing
No
Production type
  • Vegetable -
  • Flower -
  • Bees -
  • Mushroom -
Type of agriculture
  • Organic -
Soil needs
Will acquire commercial insurance
Yes

Learn More

Inquire about this listing

Phone: 2049634554
Email: spanday5454@gmail.com

Address

35822, Canterbury Ave
Abbotsford, BC, V3G1G2
CA

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