General degree - Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering
Other experience/agricultural/business training - Winery Assistant Certificate from Okanagan College and Seasonal Winery job.
Do you have a business plan?
Yes - We have a business plan from other properties explored for purchase.
Do you have financial resources available to start your farm?
Yes - We have personal finances available for leasing a small farm.
Do you have access to other financial resources (such as a financial partner, loan, etc.) to start your farm?'
Yes - Based on the size of land, I will explore additional financing options such as loan, investor and/or grant.
Project
Farm Name
TBD
Farm Project Description
My wife and I are looking to lease (ideally, lease-to-own) a small (10 acres or less to begin) vineyard in the South Okanagan. We plan on working on the vineyard ourselves, with hired help as when necessary. Our goal is to eventually make our own wine. Until we are able to build the winery resources, we may opt to sell our crop.
Preferred Arrangement
Registered Lease on Title -
Lease -
Transfer / Succession -
Sale of Land -
Duration of the desired agreement
10 years with option to purchase sooner
Ideal date to obtain land by
February 01, 2025
Land & Features Desired
Total Land Size (acres)
10 acres or less
Wooded Area (acres)
No
Cultivable Area (acres)
10 acres or less
Possibility to expand area currently available (acres)
Yes - Additional acreage in close proximity that can be farmed with existing tools.
Zoning
ALR
Preferred current state of the surface of the cultivable area
We would prefer to lease and already planted vineyard.
Open to landowner residing on property
Yes - We are open to land owners residing on property or the possibility of us renting a house on the property.
Need farm buildings
Yes - We will need farm buildings to store equipment, tools and supplies. Additional building for a future winery would be helpful.
Need fenced land
Yes - We will need fenced land to protect from animals such as deer or bears.
Need farm machinery and tools
Yes - If farming equipment is already available, we would prefer to rent it from the property owner. If not, we will rent/purchase necessary equipment.
Need established water source and infrastructure
We will need vineyard irrigation system with access to irrigation water supply.
Need on-site housing
Yes - We are currently renting in Penticton. We will be able to commute to most places in South Okanagan. However, a house on the property would be the most convenient option.
Production type
Orchard/Fruit - Wine grapes.
Type of agriculture
Certified Organic -
Organic -
Conventional -
Soil needs
Well draining, sandy, lime with low amounts of clay.
Will acquire commercial insurance
No - I will need to explore insurance options to determine the appropriate solutions
