Located on a 6.5-acre property in North Saanich, this 1-acre plot offers fertile land currently used for hay and is well-suited for growing vegetables, flowers, or for beekeeping. The site includes city water at agricultural rates, partial fencing, and a newly constructed garden stand with power for on-site farm-gate sales. The landholders, who are producing eggs and mixed vegetables in their new garden this season, are keen to share the land with a responsible and respectful farmer. This is an excellent leasing opportunity for growers looking to establish or expand their farm business.
Land Details
Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes - This opportunity is participating in the BC Land Matching Program. Reach out to kiyomi@youngagrarians.org to start a conversation.
Total land size in acres
6.5 acres
Wooded Area
No
Cultivable Area
1 acre
Expansion potential (acres)
Yes
Zoning
ALR
Current use
Hay & Forage -
Current practices
Conventional -
State of the surface of the cultivable area
Grasses for hay / cattle grazing
Description and historical use of land available for farming
The land is currently used for hay / feed for the neighbour's cattle ranch. It has been used for vegetables in previous years.
Road Access
Yes
Electricity
Yes
Cell Service
Yes
Long-term goal or vision for land
The landholders prefer to see vegetable / flower production on this land. There is a newly built garden stand beside the field that can be shared with the incoming farmer for farm-gate sales.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
No
Current residents living on property
Yes
Availability of farm buildings
Yes - Garden stand with power.
Land is fenced
Yes - Partially fenced.
Availability of farm machinery and tools
No
Water source
Other - City water at agricultural rate
Water rights to these sources
No
On-site housing
No
Restricted access of visitors
No - Visitors to the garden stand are encouraged!
Types of production you are open to
Vegetable -
Flower -
Bees -
Practices preferred
Certified Organic -
Organic -
Conventional -
Agronomic potential
I don't know
Soil details
General fertility (nutrients) -
Preferred arrangement
Lease -
MOU -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
