Farm management (3 years+) - Having grown up in a farming family in Punjab, India, agriculture has been a part of my generational livelihood. Seasonal crop planning, soil preparation, land cultivation, market coordination for crop sales, livestock care.
General farming (3 years+) - Farming is part of my family heritage, and i am committed to continue this legacy in Canada. From field preparation to ploughing, seed selection, and compost application, I well versified with the farming techniques.
Do you have a business plan?
Yes - To develop a small scale diversified farm in Surrey, or near by cities. We are looking to focus on vegetable cultivation along with small scale livestock, with 25 egg laying hens, and 5 kids.
Do you have financial resources available to start your farm?
Yes - Personal savings allocated for initial lease, basic infrastructure, seeds, fencing, and small livestock purchase.
Do you have access to other financial resources (such as a financial partner, loan, etc.) to start your farm?'
Yes - May explore small agricultural loans or government grants for expansion
Project
Farm Name
Brar Farm
Farm Project Description
The project is a small-scale diversified farm focused on vegetable production and small livestock including laying hens and goats. The goal is to produce fresh, locally grown food for farmers' markets and direct-to-consumer sales in Surrey and surrounding communities.
The farm will follow sustainable practices, including composting, crop rotation, responsible water usage, and integrated crop-livestock management.
Preferred Arrangement
Lease -
Duration of the desired agreement
5-12 years
Ideal date to obtain land by
As soon as possible
Land & Features Desired
Total Land Size (acres)
3
Wooded Area (acres)
No
Cultivable Area (acres)
2 - 2.5
Possibility to expand area currently available (acres)
Yes - 1 - 2 acre
Zoning
ALR
Preferred current state of the surface of the cultivable area
As per my understanding, ALR zoning is more preferable for farming. But I would prefer to understand any available options with Non-ALR zone. Previously farmed or cleared land preferred; open to partially raw land with good soil quality. Access to sunlight throughout the day and proper drainage to prevent waterlogging during heavy rainfall. Minor preparation work is acceptable.
Open to landowner residing on property
No - Due to the nature of full-time farming operations and the need for independent management, we prefer a property where we have full operational autonomy and privacy. This will allow us to efficiently manage cultivation activities, livestock care, equipment movement, and long-term farm planning without operational constraints.
Need farm buildings
Yes - Co-op for hens, and shelter for goats.
Need fenced land
Yes - The more the bigger area, we would prefer a fenced land to maintain privacy and security, but if not, we are open to discuss other possible solutions.
Need farm machinery and tools
Yes - No major machinery required initially, but we are open to shared rental equipment if available.
Need established water source and infrastructure
Reliable and consistent water access suitable for crop irrigation and small livestock use.
Need on-site housing
No
Production type
Vegetable - as per season, but we are keen to cultivate cucumber, green pepper, coriander, radish
Livestock - Goats - 5
Type of agriculture
Organic -
Soil needs
Will acquire commercial insurance
No - Once we increase our farming operations to a large scale, I can acquire commercial insurance.
