Total land size in acres
50' x 50x
Expansion potential (acres)
No
State of the surface of the cultivable area
Currently there are eight irrigated rows that are 50' long by 36" wide with 30" walkways in between. More rows could be added if walkways were reduced. The area has had organic amendments added in the past 3 years. It is deer fenced. Irrigation drip lines, including replacement lines, are included.
Description and historical use of land available for farming
We carved the garden out of a pasture that had been used for cattle and horses. I have planted cut flowers there for the past 3 years but am scaling back.
Road Access
Yes - Parking available close to the garden and can drive into the garden when necessary
Electricity
Yes - Via extension cord from house, temporary use only. No greenhouse possible.
Cell Service
Yes - we're located within Kamloops city boundaries
Long-term goal or vision for land
I would like to see the land farmed organically for food or flowers. I will continue to grow some vegetables and flowers on my half of the garden but need to downsize but do not want to see the other half - the one available - to go to weeds.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
Yes - wildfire is a constant threat in this entire area. Flooding isn't even a remote possibility
Current residents living on property
Yes - My husband and I, who own the property, live here
Availability of farm buildings
No - the young agrarian (or old agrarian) can keep farming tools here but there is no storage shed available
Land is fenced
Yes - deer fenced around the entire garden
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - small rototiller and tilther may be borrowed. We have a tractor we will use if necessary but fencing around the garden is a bit tight for the tractor to do much.
Water rights to these sources
Yes - We are on an irrigation system that is dry this year for the first time in living memory. We currently irrigate by drip line with city water
On-site housing
No - Not possible to add housing
Restricted access of visitors
No
Types of production you are open to
- Vegetable -
- Flower -
- Bees -
Soil details
- Slope orientation and degree of slope (specify) -
- Good drainage -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes - I don't know a whole lot but am always glad to share what I know
Do you require references from the farmer(s)?
Yes - Personal references regarding their good character
Agreement duration
Annual to begin with, to be extended if agreed to by both parties
