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Alpha Farm is a 287-acre intentional community in Oregon’s Coast Range seeking a farmer, farming family, or land steward interested in developing and expanding agricultural production on a beautiful, well-watered property.
Located in a secluded valley near Deadwood, Oregon, Alpha Farm offers a rare opportunity to farm without the burden of purchasing land. Community-owned land, water resources, existing infrastructure, and a supportive network of residents provide a foundation for someone who wants to focus on growing food rather than carrying the debt of land ownership.
The farm includes:
The property receives abundant rainfall and offers extensive opportunities for irrigation, soil improvement, agroforestry, and ecological stewardship.
Available infrastructure includes:
The community currently produces vegetables, fruit, eggs, and livestock products for its own use, but the agricultural potential of the property remains largely untapped.
Housing is available on-site for the right individual or family.
Alpha Farm is currently home to six members who collectively steward the land and resources through a non-hierarchical, consensus-based governance system.
Daily life includes shared meals, collaborative work projects, recreation, and a strong culture of mutual support. Community members value both personal autonomy and cooperation, creating space for individual initiative alongside collective responsibility.
Reliable internet is available, making it possible to manage online aspects of a farming business while enjoying a rural lifestyle.
In the near term, we hope to increase food production for community use while developing reliable local markets for surplus crops.
Longer-term possibilities may include:
We are especially interested in working with someone who brings their own vision and expertise. Rather than prescribing a specific agricultural model, we hope to collaborate with a farmer who can help shape the future of food production at Alpha Farm.
One of the most significant advantages of this opportunity is the dramatically reduced overhead.
Land, water access, major infrastructure, and much of the necessary equipment are already in place. This allows a farmer to invest more of their time and resources into production rather than land acquisition and startup costs.
We are open to discussing a variety of arrangements depending on experience, goals, and level of community involvement, including:
Our goal is to find a structure that supports both the farmer’s success and the long-term sustainability of Alpha Farm.
Alpha Farm is located near Deadwood, Oregon, approximately:
The farm’s location provides access to local markets while maintaining the quiet and beauty of a rural setting.
We’re seeking an individual, couple, or family who:
This opportunity may be especially appealing to someone who has dreamed of farming but been discouraged by the rising cost of land and infrastructure.