Ovid, NY, Schuyler County
Acres Available
Open Tillable Acres
Wooded (or other) Acres
Condition & Current Use
We are an operating grass-based dairy & livestock farm with a variety of potential opportunities for partnership. We have a 3 bedroom house available, situated on a 20 acre parcel. While we utilize the majority of the parcel for grazing livestock, there is potential to add other enterprises or species to the parcel.
Soil Types
Farm History & Past Use
Tillable acreage has been in permanent mixed grass/legume pasture for 17 years.
Tenure Options
We are looking to lease the residence on farm property, which could also include space for agricultural enterprises. There are also opportunities for employment or cooperative marketing with our existing business. We are flexible and open to discussion. Ideally looking to establish a long term relationship. Property will not be for sale.
Are you willing to mentor a new or beginning farmer?
Do you require a farmer who qualifies for agricultural assessment?
Production Preferences
Livestock / Crops Description
We farm with regenerative practices and would prefer a potential applicant share this philosophy.
Crops Permitted
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Vegetables
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Fruits
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Flowers or Ornamentals
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Grains
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Other Crops
Livestock Permitted
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Equine
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Goats/Sheep
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Pigs
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Poultry
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Bees
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Other Livestock
Preferred Farming Method
Farm Infrastructure
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Barns - Equipment Storage
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Barns - Livestock
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Electrical access
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Equipment
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Farmer housing
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Fencing
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Water access
Equipment
Excellent water supply, easy electric access. Potential for utilization of barn space for livestock housing or produce processing/storage. Potential for shared use of equipment or fencing. 3 bedroom house in move-in condition available.
Fencing
Currently 1-2 strands electric.
Water Access
Drilled well, high quality and volume.
Farmer Housing
Newer 3 bedroom, 2 bath house. Good condition.
Additional Property Information
We have cattle on the property, so we are are not open to additional cattle being housed there in the short term.
Is the Property Conserved
Current Land Zoning
Is the property located in a NY Agricultural District?
Can the public be on the property as a part of the farm business?
Additional Information About This Property
Excellent location in the heart of the Finger Lakes, 1/2 mile off state highway, moderate local traffic with local supply store and campground nearby. Potential for retail sales on site or in surrounding communities.
