General Description of Land: Hi, we have a sheep farm of rolling hills in beautiful scenery. Lovely mountain and bush views. We are seeking a person or couple to come and live on the property and do the sheep (and add beef) side of things. We are hoping for someone who wants to do it as organically as possible, with low animal stress, and mob grazing. The property is boundary fenced for sheep with around 8 paddocks, although much of it has an electric above (for cattle in the past I guess). Most paddocks have a pond, so some troughs needed for cattle which could also be portable. You would need to have access to funds to purchase the stock and portable fencing gear. Bobby calves is an option to start off with if you are experienced with that, space for 30 at a guess. Things can start small and build over time if desired.
Contact: Dylan at Passionate Permies if interested or to find out more
Location: Tuatapere, Southland
Total land size in Acres: 100
Zoning: rural
Current Use: grazing, homestead
Current Practices: permaculture
Description and historical use of land available for farming: sheep farm for 60+ years
Road Access: about 30% 2 wheel track, then 4x4 across remainder
Electricity: none
Cell Service: yes
Short-term goal or vision for land: much of it is in a resting/fallow stage allowing more diversity of species in the pastures. Trees have started to be planted and we want to create new shelterbelts and to expand the existing ones.
Long-term goal or vision for land: Silvopasture and agroforestry integrated with sheep and beef. Lots of small enterprises supporting each other and enhancing the soil and overall biodiversity of the property.
Known environmental hazards: decent winds at times
Current residents living on property: 2
Availability of farm buildings: Woolshed and hay shed, old but stable and useable
Land is fenced: yes
Availability of farm machinery and tools: no machinery, some tools available to share
Water Source: ponds, a couple of perennial streams
Water rights to these sources: none needed
On-site Housing available?: no, but plenty of spaces for motorhome, tiny house, cabin, etc
Preferred Agriculture Products: sheep and beef
Practices Preferred: permaculture
Soil Details: clay loam, free draining, seems fertile
Preferred Arrangement: lease for cash and trade
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?: yes
Do you require references from the land seeker(s)?: yes
Agreement duration: 1 year +
Anything else you would like to add?: if interested, please make contact and let us know your situtation. Probably best to come and do a work exchange with us for a week or two, so we can get to know each other, and work together.
Contact: Dylan at Passionate Permies if interested or to find out more
