Farm management (3 years+) - 20 years of hands-on experience in agricultural production, farm management, agricultural product development, marketing, and business operations in China
Do you have a business plan?
Yes - currently developing a production-first business plan based on British Columbia's agricultural regulations, local market demand, and realistic farm economics.
Do you have financial resources available to start your farm?
Yes - I have personal savings available to begin the first stage of my farm business.
Do you have access to other financial resources (such as a financial partner, loan, etc.) to start your farm?'
Yes - As the farm grows, I expect to explore additional financing opportunities to support long-term development.
Project
Farm Name
Ouyang Specialty Farm (Working Name)
Farm Project Description
I am developing a small-scale commercial farm focused on producing high-quality specialty crops (Asian microgreens, edible flowers, and artisanal wellness herbs) for the Metro Vancouver market.
The farm will prioritize agricultural production, food quality, and long-term business sustainability.
My objective is to build a commercially viable farm that can gradually expand through proven production systems and stable market relationships.
Preferred Arrangement
Lease -
License -
Transfer / Succession -
Duration of the desired agreement
5-10+ years
Ideal date to obtain land by
Flexible - I am prepared to begin as soon as a suitable opportunity becomes available.
Land & Features Desired
Total Land Size (acres)
1-3
Wooded Area (acres)
No
Cultivable Area (acres)
1-3
Possibility to expand area currently available (acres)
No
Zoning
ALR
Preferred current state of the surface of the cultivable area
Ideally, I am looking for productive agricultural land that is ready or nearly ready for cultivation. Existing irrigation, water access, and basic farm infrastructure would be highly beneficial.
I am also very interested in established farms where a gradual transition, mentorship, or long-term lease arrangement may be possible. However, I am open to developing undeveloped agricultural land if the location and long-term opportunity are suitable.
Open to landowner residing on property
Yes
Need farm buildings
Yes - Existing farm infrastructure (water, irrigation, storage, or greenhouse) would be an advantage but is not essential.