Agriculture-related degree - Phd in water Engineering(Iran)
Farm management (3 years+) - managed family farmland and irrigation company for over 13 years
General farming (3 years+) - Vegetables, orchards, poultry, sheep, goat-over 13 years of experience
Other experience/agricultural/business training - skilled in irrigation installation, plumbing, construction and farm infrastructure improvement
Do you have a business plan?
Yes - Yes – Diversified farm on 4–20 acres: vegetables (greens, roots, strawberries) + small livestock (layer hens/goats), with direct local sales
Do you have financial resources available to start your farm?
No - No – I don’t have large capital, but I bring skills, labour, and farm/irrigation experience
Do you have access to other financial resources (such as a financial partner, loan, etc.) to start your farm?'
No - No – I prefer flexible arrangements (crop share, profit share, or leasehold improvements)
Project
Farm Name
Green Roots Farm
Farm Project Description
My project is to start a diversified farm on 4–20 acres in Metro Vancouver or Fraser Valley.
The main focus will be mixed vegetables (greens, roots, strawberries) and small livestock (layer hens or goats).
I bring over 13 years of experience in farm management, irrigation, orchards, and livestock.
The goal is to build a sustainable farm with efficient irrigation and soil improvement practices.
Products will be sold directly through farmers’ markets, CSA programs, and local restaurants.
I am flexible with lease terms, open to crop share, profit share, or leasehold improvements.
Preferred Arrangement
Lease -
MOU -
Business Partnership -
Other - Flexible agreement based on crop share, profit share, or leasehold improvements, since I do not have large upfront capital but bring strong skills, labour, and farm management experience.
Duration of the desired agreement
5-10 years (with option to renew)
Ideal date to obtain land by
spring 2026
Land & Features Desired
Total Land Size (acres)
4-20 acres
Wooded Area (acres)
No
Cultivable Area (acres)
4-20 acres
Possibility to expand area currently available (acres)
No
Zoning
Either
Preferred current state of the surface of the cultivable area
Preferably land that is cleared, cultivated, or lightly used, with access to water and basic infrastructure. I am also open to improving land that needs some preparation (fencing, irrigation, soil improvement).
Open to landowner residing on property
Yes - Yes – I am comfortable with the landowner residing on the property
Need farm buildings
Yes - Small barn or shed for tools, equipment, and livestock shelter (layer hens or goats).
Need fenced land
Yes - Basic fencing for livestock (hens, goats) and to protect crops from wildlife.
Need farm machinery and tools
No - I can bring small tools; larger equipment can be rented if needed.