Canaan, NY, Columbia County
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Acres Available
3
Open Tillable Acres
3
Wooded (or other) Acres
56
Condition & Current Use
There is a 3-acre open field. It is quite rocky, but could possibly be tilled. It would be excellent grazing land for goats or sheep. There is also quite a bit of woodland on the property, though it is rather hilly.
Soil Types
Primarily Blasdell channery loam, BIA. Soil Map attached
Farm History & Past Use
The open field was used to grow sunflowers in the past.
Tenure Options
Negotiable
Are you willing to mentor a new or beginning farmer?
No
Do you require a farmer who qualifies for agricultural assessment?
No
Production Preferences
Livestock / Crops Description
Prefer livestock
Crops Permitted
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Vegetables
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Fruits
-
Flowers or Ornamentals
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Grains
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Hay
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Maple
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Other Crops
Livestock Permitted
-
Equine
-
Goats/Sheep
-
Pigs
-
Poultry
-
Bees
-
Other Livestock
Preferred Farming Method
Biodynamic
Organic (certified)
Organic (not certified)
Regenerative/Sustainable
Farm Infrastructure
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Barns - Equipment Storage
-
Electrical access
-
Water access
Water Access
There is a small creek near the field. There are also two ponds near the house, but they are ornamental and not particularly practical.
Additional Property Information
Mostly just looking to see if our land would be useful to local farmers!
Is the Property Conserved
Yes
Current Land Zoning
Residential
Is the property located in a NY Agricultural District?
Yes
Can the public be on the property as a part of the farm business?
No
