Total land size in acres
Five acres
Wooded Area
Yes - Two acres
Expansion potential (acres)
Yes - More unused pasture land
Current use
- Vegetable -
- Livestock - Goats -
- Poultry - Layers -
- Orchard/Fruit -
- Greenhouse -
State of the surface of the cultivable area
Much of the property has begun to regrow evergreen trees. Barnyard and pasture have some bush growth. Good access and fences still stand requiring maintenance.
Description and historical use of land available for farming
Barn and yard are fenced. Has been used for dairy cows, horse training and now maintained by a small goat herd. Many aspects of the farm are usable but require maintenance.
Road Access
Yes - Maintained road to farm. 2.5 km rural road from town of Greenwood
Electricity
Yes - Power to most parts of property
Cell Service
Yes - Some limited areas but works good generally
Long-term goal or vision for land
I am retired from farming and would like to see my farm used. I am willing to make a five year commitment to someone who is looking to establish their own property. I am not interested in selling. I am open to small family farm lifestyles, or possible business opportunities. I am flexible on ideas and potential outcomes.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
Yes - Risk of forest fire
Current residents living on property
Yes - I reside on the property, part time. There is a small cabin available and building potential.
Availability of farm buildings
Yes - Main barn, pens and hay storage. Coops and runs. Garden and greenhouse. Shop. Meat and smoke shed. Treehouse and playfort.
Land is fenced
Yes - Some page wire and smooth wire for horses. Lots of electrical perimeter fencing.
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - No tractor. Tractor and loader need maintenance.
Water rights to these sources
Yes - Water rights on creek for residential and irrigation purposes.
On-site housing
No - Cabin available. Many spots available for mobile accommodations. Log cabin build is possible.
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 -
- Orchard/Fruit -
- Greenhouse -
- Flower -
- Bees -
- Other -
Soil details
- Sloping -
- Slope orientation and degree of slope (specify) -
Preferred arrangement
- MOU -
- Business Partnership -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes - My main purpose is to give someone the opportunity to try their hand at farming. I have been farming my whole life and would love to share the passion and hard fought wisdom. Happy to share or be a part of a successful farming operation.
Do you require references from the farmer(s)?
No
Agreement duration
Up to five years with potential for more.
