Up to 8 acres available on a 17 acre property next to an equestrian centre. Land has been cleared and there is a open structure that could potentially be used as a livestock shelter.
Land Details
Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Total land size in acres
Wooded Area
No
Cultivable Area
Expansion potential (acres)
No
Zoning
ALR
Current use
Not used for agriculture -
Current practices
Other -
State of the surface of the cultivable area
We have never had soil tested. We are just looking into our options as we are not sure what we may or may not be able to use the land for
Description and historical use of land available for farming
Road Access
Yes
Electricity
Yes
Cell Service
Yes
Long-term goal or vision for land
We are open to suggestions for land/farm use as the majority of the property is not being utilized to its full potential.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
No
Current residents living on property
Yes - We have a small house that currently has a tenant and also an equestrian business on the property.
Availability of farm buildings
Yes - 80x200 ft open structure that could potentially be used as livestock shelter
Land is fenced
Yes - Perimeter fencing around the property
Availability of farm machinery and tools
No
Water source
Other - City water
Water rights to these sources
No
On-site housing
No - House on property is tenanted
Restricted access of visitors
No
Types of production you are open to
Other - We are open to any of the above as long as it complies with city regulations.
Practices preferred
Other - We are open
Agronomic potential
Land is on a floodplain and southern boundary is on a riparian corridor. Some areas are seasonally swampy--land would need to be raised for crops. We are open to applying for permits to amend the soil but would need to know the specific agricultural use before doing so.
Soil details
Unknown -
Preferred arrangement
Lease -
License -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
