Total land size in acres
10
Expansion potential (acres)
No
Current use
- Vegetable -
- Livestock - Cattle -
- Livestock - Goats -
- Poultry - Layers -
- Poultry - Broilers -
- Orchard/Fruit -
- Flower -
State of the surface of the cultivable area
There are currently ready-to-use garden beds, a new small animal barn, goat and cow pastures, as well as chicken coops for layers and broilers.
Description and historical use of land available for farming
We purchased the land about 5 years ago and have since started a small family hobby farm. We continue to grow the farm annually and it's main intent to date has been to feed our family year round and to share excess bounty with the community through farmers markets and a farm-side farm stand.
Road Access
Yes - just on town fringe with bike access to town and neighbourhoods
Electricity
Yes - electricity throughout
Cell Service
Yes - strong service
Long-term goal or vision for land
Our goal is to continue to have a small sustainable family farm that produces food for the family and community. We imagine it to continue to grow a variety of livestock and fruits and vegetables with the opportunity to fine tune growing areas, beautify the property, and increase long term growth potential with perennial opportunities like orchards.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
No
Current residents living on property
Yes - yes as owners we currently live on the property however our plan is to spend less time here over the next few years as we explore northern areas of canada
Availability of farm buildings
No - there are quite a few farm buildings already on the property including a new barn, goat sheds, a large covered tool building, chicken coops and other sheds. There is the opportunity to add a small greenhouse.
Land is fenced
Yes - There are two pastures fenced for cows and goats. One pasture is about 2 acres while the other is about 4 acres. The gardens and chicken coops are also fenced to keep wildlife out.
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - Small tractor and farm implements will be on the farm and available to use
Water source
- Well -
- Irrigation system -
Water rights to these sources
No
Restricted access of visitors
No
Types of production you are open to
- Vegetable -
- Livestock - Cattle -
- Livestock - Sheep -
- Livestock - Pigs -
- Livestock - Goats -
- Poultry - Layers -
- Poultry - Broilers -
- Seed -
- Orchard/Fruit -
- Greenhouse -
- Flower -
- Bees -
- Mushroom -
Agronomic potential
Excellent
Soil details
- General fertility (nutrients) -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes - we would be happy to mentor a farmer and work closely with them however much of it would have to be remote.
Do you require references from the farmer(s)?
Yes
Agreement duration
2 to 4 years
