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Orchard
C.J. Morgan
Submitted by cjmorgan on Mon, 04/30/2012 - 09:21Size in Acres:
2
Existing Infrastructure:
NID 1 1/2" - willing to build fencing/storage to suit
Housing:
None
Location
Nevada City, CA 95959
United States
39° 16' 42.5496" N, 121° 2' 48.1596" W
See map: Google Maps
Description of Property:
1.3 miles up Cement Hill from SR-49. Directly adjacent to Bluebird Farms( part of LLAN). Flat to slightly sloped, cleared of trees, full sun during the day, except early morning/ late afternoon. Good soil, has not been turned over in years, currently wild grass growing. Has been residential for 30+ years and never planted.
Additional Notes:
We would lke to use the land for good things and have been told it is ideal for planting/orchard. We don't want to plant and not use, so would like to donate land to someone who would put it to good use. We would like to offer labor as far as building fencing, etc. and learn about farming. Small plot (2 arces) suitable for single farmer or family?
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Walnut Grove (Sacramento River Delta)
Submitted by sarabernal on Sun, 03/04/2012 - 11:09Size in Acres:
0
Existing Infrastructure:
storage shed 10x16 (shared) potential for owner to buy more sheds
two FRC 800 rear tine walk behind tillers
2 broadforks (valley oak tool co)
several shovels
10x12 clearspan greenhouse (shared)
kitchen on site for farmers to use
water included (extremley clean well water)
pond with beach on site for farmers to use for relaxing
farmers invited to stay in tents on site overnight April-Oct
lots of space on grounds for relaxing
owner wants to hold workshops in the future
Housing:
No housing on site, small river towns nearby. Sacramento 30 min North, elk Grove 20 min and Bay Area 1 hour 15 min Southwest
Location
Walnut Grove, CA 95690
United States
38° 16' 19.056" N, 121° 32' 27.3912" W
See map: Google Maps
Description of Property:
Property is total of 100 acres. 90 available for new farmers and is open to be leased in parcels from 5,000 sq ft to 5 acres or more. 10 acres are developed by owner with her personal home, horse pasture, horses and lawn area where she intends on hosting events for the community. Land is a part of Grand Island in the Sacramento River Delta. Property is very flat and soil is clay loam with a bit more clay than loam but overall good composition. Owner is reclaiming her land from use of conventional farmer to open up to sustainable small farms. First area of property being developed is a 27 acre field. Owner envisions a community of small farmers leasing out parcels at whatever size meets their needs.
Additional Notes:
Come and practice Sustainable Farming on Grand Island in The SF River Delta. Property is 100 acres located 30 min South of Sacramento and 1 hour 15 min Northeast of Oakland. Land available for lease from 5,000 sq ft to 5 acres or more! Irrigation infrastructure is being installed by owner with risers every 40 feet. Water tests show amazingly pure well water, included in the monthly lease price. Soil is a clay loam, very level. No deer competition on the island so no fencing needed. We enjoy being in zone 10b or 14 depending on your source. Owner would like to develop communal tool share system depending on interest of potential farmers. Two powerful walk behind tillers on site. There are 10 acres of developed grounds which are open to farmers including access to a kitchen, swimming pond/beach and option to stay in tents overnight April – Oct. No permanent residence available due to zoning laws on property but towns nearby. First year Farmers get a discounted rate. One year lease acts as trial for both farmer and landowner opening up to potential long term leases thereafter. Check out www.thefar.me
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Rescue land
Submitted by Hacdogg on Thu, 02/02/2012 - 21:15Size in Acres:
5
Existing Infrastructure:
The land is part of a ten acre parcel. We would like to farm five acres.
Located in Rescue at about 1500' elevation. A well is available, but no pump or power.
Housing:
No housing available.
Location
Rescue, CA 95672
United States
38° 42' 58.2516" N, 120° 58' 39.6588" W
See map: Google Maps
Description of Property:
We would like to plant a pomegranate orchard but we are open to other options. A water well is available but will need electricity. A solar panel will work well. The land is part of a 10acre parcel with 5 acres relatively clear and flat. It is at about 1500' elevation with an east facing slope.
Additional Notes:
We do not have farming experience. We would like to develop the land for an orchard and farming in general. Infrastructure will need be to developed. In the near term we will not be able be very actively involved and will remain open and flexible to any proposed arrangement.
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12 Acre Property
Submitted by aliqazi on Thu, 02/02/2012 - 11:19Size in Acres:
12
Existing Infrastructure:
Land is located 2 miles outside Placerville, CA. Its raw land at this stage. We can work together to put in a well. Will need some clear cutting of trees and I've checked with the county and that will not be a problem for doing agriculture.
Housing:
We can put a mobile home on property if needed. Placerville town is less than 2 minutes from property.
Location
Placerville, CA 95667
United States
38° 42' 27.3384" N, 120° 47' 42.144" W
See map: Google Maps
Description of Property:
Raw 12 Acres of property with good access and a gate to Big Cut Road.
Additional Notes:
Looking for any and all offers to get a farm or Orchard going on my land. I am very flexible and my primary concern is for the farm/orchard to be successful. I would perfer an Organic type farm but totally open to other proposals if they make more sense.
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Harmony Hill Farm
Submitted by Emily Beals on Thu, 02/02/2012 - 09:30Existing Infrastructure:
There are three garden areas, each about 1/2 acre. Water, electricity are in place and each garden has deer fencing. Two gardens are on drip irrigation, newest area has to have system built but materials are ready to go. Each area has 1/2 -3/4 sun exposure, SE face.
Housing:
Two 30' trailers w full hookups, tv, internet access are available
Location
Fiddletown, CA 95629
United States
38° 31' 57.3564" N, 120° 41' 55.0176" W
See map: Google Maps
Description of Property:
Property is located in El Dorado Co. on the S. Fork of the Cosumnes River. Ten acres with meadows and woodlands. There has been vegetable production in two of the three garden areas for three years, third garden area, about 130'x60' is new and has been cover-cropped. Soil is clay loam and has been ammended with manure, compost, etc. There is a 50+ tree apple, pear, cherry, walnut orchard. There are also about 30 blueberry plants, raspberries, strawberries, asparagus.
Additional Notes:
I am looking for someone with some experience who has a passion for gardening organically/sustainably and sees the world through environmental eyes. There is potential for sales to local CSA, Farmer's Mkt, Farm to Family direct sales from the gardens and orchard. There is also potential for 4 season gardening using hoop houses.
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Michael Kersten - Fair Oaks/Orangevale
Submitted by MichaelEKersten on Tue, 01/17/2012 - 08:34Size in Acres:
1
Existing Infrastructure:
Existing roads to sites. Municipal water
available.
Housing:
One site has 2bd/1ba mfg. home for nego. rent
Location
Orangevale, CA 95662
United States
38° 42' 22.5" N, 121° 12' 24.0408" W
See map: Google Maps
Description of Property:
Various sites in the Fair Oaks/Orangevale and surrounding areas. 2 sites available now. One
roughly 1/4 acre. Second is aprox. 1 acre with
possibility for more. There are other sites being discussed. Soils vary. Good exposure. Various former uses; Other sites are strictly for harvesting tree crops. Would like to work others interested in farming/harvesting these sites.
Additional Notes:
I grew up in this area. Lots of sites available.
Used to have a lot of farming here. There are also lots of orchards who are owned by elderly who can not harvest them. Oranges, grapefruit, meyer lemons and persimmons are ready to harvest. I harvest, leave what's needed for family and distribute their rest to locals in need. Remainder can be sold wholesale. Have agreement with local business to sell at their store. Folks in Fair Oaks are clamoring for local produce. Also a fair amount of Weston Price
members. Will work on photos. Do not currently have camera.
Michael Eastman Kersten - Ph. (916) 987-2854
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Willow Brook Farm
Submitted by Greg Zaller on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 10:33Size in Acres:
12
Existing Infrastructure:
Within Alta Sierra but zoned horse farm. It used to be called Willow Brook Farms before Alta Sierra was built. There are two barns, a greenhouse, small orchard, large house, and lots of Rattlesnake creek frontage
Housing:
possible
Location
Alta Sierra, CA 95949
United States
39° 8' 41.7912" N, 121° 3' 26.622" W
See map: Google Maps
Description of Property:
I own an old horse farm that survived the Alta Sierra subdivision and is 12 acres at 11054 Ball Rd along Rattlesnake Creek. I rent out the house, which is quite large, and barns, greenhouse etc. The tenant family there is open to negotiate a farmer to live in one part of it. I expect them to be leaving one time and I will probably turn it into a community house like I did with one in Grass Valley. This might be a possibility for an energetic and reliable up and coming farmer. I could provide some support for getting started.
Additional Notes:
I have a BS in Ag Science (means very little today) and a fairly extensive background in appropriate technology.
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Squirrel Creek
Submitted by NEVADACOUNTYPROP on Mon, 11/07/2011 - 17:27Size in Acres:
1
Existing Infrastructure:
Some fencing
Housing:
1b/1b updated cabin plus shed
Location
Grass Valley, , CA 95945
United States
See map: Google Maps
Description of Property:
Beautiful little lot, lots of sun, wonderful soil wildflowers abound in spring.
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Elizabeth Ann
Submitted by Elizabeth Ann on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 18:44Size in Acres:
1
Existing Infrastructure:
Irrigation and deer fencing to come
Housing:
A space for a trailer in exchange for work
Location
Grass Valley, CA 95945
United States
39° 14' 2.436" N, 121° 4' 16.9752" W
See map: Google Maps
Description of Property:
Full sun exposure and good soil, my property is an old orchard land that I am re-vamping to become a viable food producer. It already has Apples, Walnuts, a Peach and an Apricot Tree in the ground and several Nectarines, another Peach and a 3 in one Plum in pots and ready to go in the ground.
Additional Notes:
I would require one tenth of the food produced to somehow be alloted to the poor in our community.
Photos:
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RiverSong Farm
Submitted by ShawnGarvey on Thu, 11/03/2011 - 12:45Size in Acres:
3
Existing Infrastructure:
Road, electricity, private access to South Yuba River, cabin, yurt (we live in), water, NID not connected yet but we have rights. Quiet privacy with private access to beautiful swimming holes on the South Yuba. Views to the Sierra Buttes and the Sutter Buttes.
Housing:
Single cabin. Trailers easily accomodated.
Location
Nevada City, CA 95959
United States
39° 16' 55.7256" N, 121° 8' 3.12" W
See map: Google Maps
Description of Property:
Excellent sun. Top of the ridge on the south side of the Yuba River, about 1 mile downstream from Jones Bar Crossing. 18 acres cleared of Manzanita, 6 to 10 acres of meadow. NID within 1/4 mile needs to be extended, water rights already secured to 1 inch, 2 possible. Lots of flat, or gentle slope. Falcons, hawks, deer, lions. No fencing. Long term arrangements possible on portions of the property with private access.
Additional Notes:
Email Kimberlydursok@yahoo.com or shawn@thegrantfarm.com to inquire and set a time to discuss opportunities.
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