Stacking Enterprises for the Future

Description

169 acres

water cycle redesign

renovating 14ac after 8 years of organic vegetable production

no till, no chemicals,

currently cover cropping and livestock rotation

water rights

perimeter fencing

forest/oak savanna/creek/farm ground

Owner’s Short Term Vision for the Property

Support the development of a farm community with multiple enterprises stacked to support the land. Shared interest and commitment to no chemicals, no till, Sepp Holzer approach to water cycle and growing food

Owner’s Long Term Vision for the Property

Expand the farm community down the small valley onto neighboring farms. Create a food hub. Create a series of water bodies and terraces to manage and improve water filteration. Focus on perennial food and appropriately scaled, intentional livestock management

Current Use

currently in diverse cover crops, intentionally grazed
fields managed primarily with horse power
no till vegetable production
hay and seed production

Available Water / Irrigation

water rights for 51 acres
25 hp pump
hand lines and trailer

Soil Type / Quality

Chehalem Silt loam
Newberg fine sandy loam
Cloquato silt loam
Briedwell silt loam

Buildings and Structures Available for Farm Use

Barns (2) with shop
Propagation house (no longer available, leased)
Space for 100' high tunnel (leased)
Animal Shelter with shipping container for storage

Farm Equipment Available for Use, Sale or Lease

tbd
tractor: MF with bucket

Any Restrictions That Could Limit Agricultural Production

none

What are you doing as a landholder to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for everyone on your land and in your community?

Everyone is welcome. Growing the farm community and managing the land for the future is the priority.