Broadfork

Millerton, NY, Dutchess County

For Lease
Updated

Acres Available

7

Open Tillable Acres

1

Wooded (or other) Acres

3

Infrastructure

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Crops Permitted

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Condition & Current Use

A certified organic salad greens operation was run for four years on 5,400 ft2 of permanent beds (24 beds, 30" wide, 90' long).  The farm has one high-tunnel (30X96') that was used for year-round production with row covers (there is no heat), and two 30X96' growing areas outdoors.  A wash/pack hoop house is adjacent with infrastructure for rinsing and packing greens, including: 100 gallon bubble rinse station, washing machine spinner, two large refrigerators, small freezer, storage shelves, hand-washing sink, and stainless steel tables.  There is a small propagation area in the wash/pack.  A small Coolbot trailer was used for short cooling periods.

The farm and land are currently not in use, but the owners will be building a house in the coming years and planting an orchard in one of the present fields.

Soil Types

Sandy loam, high organic matter content, mostly screened of rocks

Farm History & Past Use

A certified organic salad greens operation was run for four years until closed.

Tenure Options

Tenure Options

For Lease

Short-term lease preferred (2-3 years to start). Owner asks lease agreement to cover costs of electricity service. Landowner will request a business plan from interested farmers. Incoming farmer must use organic practices or be certified. 

Do you require a farmer who qualifies for agricultural assessment?

No

Production Preferences

Livestock / Crops Description

No livestock permitted. Incoming farmers should use organic methods or be certified. The land is already organic.

Crops Permitted

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  • black outline apple icon Fruits
  • black outline of a flower Flowers or Ornamentals
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Preferred Farming Method

Organic (certified)

Farm Infrastructure

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Fencing

6' high deer fencing around outdoor beds

Water Access

5 GPM well with overhead irrigation in high-tunnel and sprinklers outdoors, all controlled wirelessly

Barns for Equipment/Storage

30X96' high-tunnel with circulation fans, and 14.5X40' wash/pack house with electricity

Additional Property Information

Farmer will need to maintain records for future organic certification, but does not need to certify the operation.  Farm inputs, pest and disease management needs to be done organically.  No livestock/animals permitted.

Is the Property Conserved

No

Current Land Zoning

Agricultural

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

Additional Information About This Property

Owner can provide salad green operation financials, and help with access to local farmers market, farm markets, and restaurants. 

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