Tag Archives: Penticton

FARM JOB: Kaleden, BC – The Gateway Ranch, Part-time Farmhand

Posted by Michalina Hunter on March 17, 2021

The Gateway Ranch in Kaleden (located between Keremeos and Penticton), BC is seeking a part-time farmhand! ABOUT The Gateway Ranch I have an interesting opportunity for someone looking for a work/live situation…or perhaps a young couple with no kids. Last year I had a couple that stayed her as farmstays and it was awesome! I’m looking for help around my ten acre property in exchange for accommodation starting in June. The person or couple would be responsible for some watering, mowing and small jobs, about two hours of work a day. It is an ideal situation for someone who also … Continue reading FARM JOB: Kaleden, BC – The Gateway Ranch, Part-time Farmhand →

Okanagan Land Opportunity Roundup: April 2020

Posted by Tessa Thompson on April 01, 2020

Opportunities from the Okanagan Land Matcher Here’s a round up of some of the properties that are available through the BC Land Matching Program for your farming future in the dreamy Okanagan, Shuswap, and Thompson Nicola regions! Whether you are looking for a small sized urban plot close to markets or a massive parcel for a large scale grain operation; a place you could park your tiny home, or somewhere that is all set up and ready to plant this week, there is something on this list for you. South Okanagan NARAMATA: 6. 5 Acre Apple Orchard Seeking Creative, Organic Farmers … Continue reading Okanagan Land Opportunity Roundup: April 2020 →

Land Matching for the Next Generation of Farmers: Okanagan Update, April 2019

Posted by Tessa Thompson on April 08, 2019

By Tessa Wetherill, Okanagan Land Matcher in our B.C. Land Matching Program Listening to people is just as fascinating as listening to plants. For the first growing season in 12 years, I won’t be farming as my primary occupation, instead I’m joyfully continuing on in the role of the Okanagan Land Matcher with the B.C. Land Matching Program delivered by Young Agrarians. Watching and nurturing these new collaborations between new farmers without land and property owners wanting to see their land farmed is both enlivening and encouraging. Not much different than my other much loved spring activity, caring for seedlings. After kicking off … Continue reading Land Matching for the Next Generation of Farmers: Okanagan Update, April 2019 →

FILLED – LAND OPPORTUNITY: Cherry Orchard for Lease, Penticton B.C.

Posted by Tessa Thompson on September 16, 2018 10 Comments

ABOUT THE LAND: Gorgeous property on the Naramata bench overlooking Okanagan Lake is home to approx. 360 healthy Lapin cherry trees which produce 10-12,000 lbs of cherries each July. The orchard is fully irrigated and has been conventionally managed with seasonal pruning, watering, spraying and bird management to date. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY: The landowner is looking for long-term orchard manager to replace a retiring one and take over the lease. The landowner would like to see the orchard transition to organic management and sees possibilities for value-added sales (eg dried cherries, cherry brandy). There is the possibility of housing for … Continue reading FILLED – LAND OPPORTUNITY: Cherry Orchard for Lease, Penticton B.C. →

Penticton, BC: Organic Pest Control Workshop

Posted by Emily Jubenvill on January 04, 2018

The West Bench Community Recreation and the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen are hosting a series of three workshops on ecological growing. Rick Hatch from Cherry Tree Permaculture will be teaching these workshops. When: January 20th 10:00—11:00—Organic Pest Control February 17th 10:00-11:00—Water Efficient Gardens and Orchards (Location TBA) March 17th 10:00-11:00 — The Soil Food Web: Our Invisible Allies (Location TBA) Where: West Bench Elementary School, 1604 W Bench Drive, West Bench, British Columbia, Canada V2A 8Z3 Registration: $20 for each workshop or $50 to attend all three, please email Amanda Murai at amurai@rdos.bc.ca to register

FEB 17: PENTICTON, BC – South Okanagan Land Link

Posted by Emily Jubenvill on December 13, 2017

Want Land? Got Land? Are you a farmer looking for land? Are you a landowner looking for farmers? We Want You! 1-6 pm Land Linking Workshop – Networking, Land Access Arrangements, Expert Panel, & more! Join us for a workshop on the nuts and bolts of land linking. We’ll network, learn about land access, leases, and licenses, and hear from our expert panel on topics such as housing, finances, and more! You just might find a farmer who can turn your vacant field into a productive farm, or a land owner who has the ideal piece of land for you! Refreshments … Continue reading FEB 17: PENTICTON, BC – South Okanagan Land Link →