General farming (3 years+) - Multi generational family farming background with years of experience in crop cultivation, soil management and daily farm operations.
Do you have a business plan?
Yes - Phase 1 business plan complete for an 0.25 to 1.5 acre market garden specializing in herbs, greens, vegetables using caterpillar tunnels and open field beds.
Do you have financial resources available to start your farm?
Yes - Self-funded capital
Do you have access to other financial resources (such as a financial partner, loan, etc.) to start your farm?'
No - Self-funded capital is already secured
Project
Farm Name
Lower Mainland Greens
Farm Project Description
Small-scale, ecological market garden specializing in herbs, salad greens, and fresh vegetables. The operation uses a low-impact, ultra-lean approach starting on 0.25 to 1.5 acres. Production combines open-field raised beds with low-cost, unheated caterpillar tunnels to extend seasons into early spring and winter. All cultivation is done using hand tools and drip or sprinkler irrigation, with produce sold through local farmers' markets, direct CSA box subscriptions, and boutique restaurant sales."
Preferred Arrangement
Lease -
Duration of the desired agreement
3-5 years(with option to renew)
Ideal date to obtain land by
Early spring 2027
Land & Features Desired
Total Land Size (acres)
0.25 - 1.5
Wooded Area (acres)
No
Cultivable Area (acres)
0.25 - 1.5
Possibility to expand area currently available (acres)
Yes - Potential to expand as operations grow
Zoning
Either
Preferred current state of the surface of the cultivable area
Cleared, level, soil with good drainage and direct sunlight. Ideally fallow, cover-cropped, or previously farmed land that is workable by hand tools and walk-behind equipment. Access to basic irrigation water is required.
Open to landowner residing on property
Yes - Yes, fully comfortable sharing the property with a resident landowner.
Need farm buildings
Yes - Basic covered area or small shed is preferred.
Need fenced land
No
Need farm machinery and tools
No
Need established water source and infrastructure
Reliable access to water with sufficient flow
Need on-site housing
No
Production type
Vegetable - green salad, culinary herbs(basil, cilantro), tomatoes, peppers, garlic
Type of agriculture
Organic -
Other - Chemical free
Soil needs
Will acquire commercial insurance
Yes - I will carry standard commercial general liability insurance and add property owner as an additionally insured party.
