Hay & Forage - The landholder has been allowing their neighbor to graze his cattle on the pasturefor several years
Current practices
Conventional -
State of the surface of the cultivable area
The property has a northern slope and the pasture occupies the lower, northernmost two acres of the property. The pasture is well established and fertile after years of hay and grazing, with a predominately clay-based soil and some pockets of silty-loam at the south (higher) end of the pasture. The entire pasture has existing fencing and a separate gate for access, though some of it may need an upgrade specifically to the electric lines that were installed by the previous owner.
Description and historical use of land available for farming
Located in the fertile Cowichan Valley, this land has been used to graze cattle and grow hay for nearly a century and continues to be grazed by a neighboring cattle herd today. The current owners would like to see the space continue to be used to support the valley's food security while building the soil and hosting a greater diversity of plants and animals.
Road Access
Yes - There is a separate gate to the pasture off of the main road
Electricity
Yes - Electricity is accessible from an outlet on the landholder's garage
Cell Service
Yes - Full cell service
Long-term goal or vision for land
The landholders plan to stay on the land long-term and would love to see the pasture used to support local food security, while regenerating soil health. Ideally they'd like to see the space used by a mixed livestock producer, potentially one with interest and experience in managing silvopasture systems.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
No
Current residents living on property
Yes - The landholder and their family
Availability of farm buildings
No
Land is fenced
Yes - The pasture has livestock fencing around its perimeter, some of which could use some upgrading
Availability of farm machinery and tools
No
Water source
Other - The site has access to municipal water from a spout located on the side of the garage. The site also has a 6 ft well that may be accessed by an incoming farmer
Water rights to these sources
No
On-site housing
No
Restricted access of visitors
No
Types of production you are open to
Livestock - Sheep -
Livestock - Goats -
Poultry - Layers -
Poultry - Broilers -
Other - Silvopasture
Practices preferred
Organic -
Other - Regenerative
Agronomic potential
Good
Soil details
Texture - The northernmost 2/3rds of the property has clay heavy soil and the top 1/3rd has a silty loam
Sloping - Gentle northern slope
Thick topsoil - Top soil has been built up through years of grazing and hay
General fertility (nutrients) - High
Preferred arrangement
Lease -
License -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
