Agriculture-related degree - Master's Degree in Soil Science, Bachelor's in Agronomy
Farm management (3 years or less) - Agronomist for USDA NRCS Plant Materials Center
General farming (3 years or less) - Two years research on corn soybean cover crops, 6 months on pistachio and almond orchard.
Do you have a business plan?
Yes - Creating a sustainable farm that supports local agriculture by producing high-quality produce, promoting native plant species, and engaging in community outreach.
Do you have financial resources available to start your farm?
Yes - There is some savings available for some start-up costs, but funding from grants, investor, or a loan may also be necessary.
Do you have access to other financial resources (such as a financial partner, loan, etc.) to start your farm?'
Yes - There might be more financial resources needed for financial security such as from a loan, grant, or investor.
Project
Farm Name
Whispers of the Wild Native Plant Nursery
Farm Project Description
A sustainable farm that supports local agriculture by producing high-quality agricultural products, promotes native plant species, and engages in community outreach.
Preferred Arrangement
Registered Lease on Title -
Lease -
MOU -
Transfer / Succession -
Business Partnership -
Sale of Land -
Duration of the desired agreement
10 years
Ideal date to obtain land by
11/2025
Land & Features Desired
Total Land Size (acres)
Any
Wooded Area (acres)
No
Cultivable Area (acres)
Any
Possibility to expand area currently available (acres)
No
Zoning
ALR
Preferred current state of the surface of the cultivable area
Preferably previously cultivated, relatively flat, or with hills that are less than 30% slope.
Open to landowner residing on property
Yes - It would be great to have on-site housing available, but it isn't a deal-breaker.
Need farm buildings
No
Need fenced land
No
Need farm machinery and tools
No
Need established water source and infrastructure
Less than 20,000 m^3
Need on-site housing
No
Production type
Nursery - Native plants endemic to British Columbia and the Okanagan region
