Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Total land size in acres
5 acres
Expansion potential (acres)
No
Current use
- Vegetable -
- Poultry - Layers -
- Hay & Forage -
- Orchard/Fruit -
State of the surface of the cultivable area
The pastures have been seeded and an automatic irrigation system installed. The household garden plot is resting for the winter. There was some minor loss in the orchard from the prior winter - a few trees need to be pulled out and replanted.
Description and historical use of land available for farming
The land has historically provided the bulk of food for the family with surplus being shared with the community. There have been multiple enterprises including a large layer operation.
There is a lot of potential for those who are willing and eager to work the land. The land is flat, is set up with infrastructure such as fencing and buildings and also has accommodation in the form of a two-bedroom cabin. There are large amounts of compost ready to be spread throughout the property to increase the overall fertility.
Long-term goal or vision for land
The landowners would like to see the farm being utilized from those who are passionate about building soil, regenerating the land, making a fair and decent living and boosting the health of the community.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
Yes - In the Okanagan, wildfires are common
Current residents living on property
Yes - The main house is currently habited and the cabin is available for rent
Availability of farm buildings
Yes - With the right arrangement, the barns may be utilized
Land is fenced
Yes - The perimeter of the property is fenced and there are 5 distinct pastures all accessed from the barns via laneways
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - Basic farm tools are avaiable to be used as long as they are taken care of
Water source
- Irrigation system -
- Other -
Water rights to these sources
Yes - Irrigation system charged by city water. There is a flat-rate charge with an additional charge for overages
Restricted access of visitors
Yes - The tenants in the houses have the right to quiet enjoyment
Types of production you are open to
- Vegetable -
- Livestock - Sheep -
- Livestock - Goats -
- Poultry - Layers -
- Poultry - Broilers -
- Orchard/Fruit -
- Greenhouse -
- Flower -
- Bees -
- Mushroom -
- Nursery -
Practices preferred
- Certified Organic -
- Organic -
- Other -
Agronomic potential
Excellent
Soil details
- Texture -
- Slope orientation and degree of slope (specify) -
Preferred arrangement
- Lease -
- Business Partnership -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes - To the extent possible
Do you require references from the farmer(s)?
Yes
