Marz Farm

Berkshire, NY, Tioga County

For Lease For Sale Business Partnership Farm Management Cooperative Model Other Tenure Agreement
Updated Apr 4, 2023

Acres Available

266

Open Tillable Acres

100

Wooded (or other) Acres

166

Infrastructure

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  • black outline barn with silo icon Barns - Livestock
  • black outline electrical icon Electrical access
  • black outline tractor icon Equipment
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Crops Permitted

  • black outline of a carrot Vegetables
  • black outline apple icon Fruits
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  • black outline of a wheat germ Grains
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Livestock Permitted

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Condition & Current Use

Farm is currently in certified organic hay and forage production with pasture for beef and pigs. 

Farm land available for growing veggies or other crops in the 2023 season. We also have equipment, some attachments for planting/management of the crops, and a greenhouse. Can barter for land use and possible work with our farm in hay business. We produce lots of small square bales and have customers up and down the east coast. For more information, call or text to 315-378-5180.

Soil Types

See soil and water maps available by contacting the farm

Farm History & Past Use

Dairy farm

Tenure Options

Tenure Options

For Lease For Sale Business Partnership Farm Management Cooperative Model Other Tenure Agreement

Open to discussing tenure and sale options

266 acres organically certified farm centrally located between the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region of upstate NY in Berkshire, Tioga County; within easy access to major highway corridors in every direction (17/86, 81, 88.) Originally the Old Sharp Farm, the land has been farmed since 1887, mostly in dairy production, but now certified organic hay production. Acreage is a mixture of pasture, hay fields, and forest, with rolling hills. About 100 tillable and 166 of woods. Wilson Creek runs through the property; there is a small pond, three wells (barn, house, one hand dug lined in stone,) and a spring on the property. There is also at least a mile of road frontage on Wilson Creek Rd and Letter s Hill Rd. The property consists of three joining tax parcels (see attached pic).

Currently farmed for the small square bale hay production with already established customers locally and at the coastal areas of MA, NH, and NJ. Far too much farm (including 4 tractors) and delivery equipment (Uhaul van, Kenworth, and trailers) to list but all available to a new owner. Plenty of hay storage with 33x130 main barn, 30x40 heifer barn and a 6 bay equipment shed. There is also equipment available to produce mini-bales for the pet industry. Current owners will also assist in transition of the hay business. There is also a 28x96 greenhouse for multiple purposes. There is a small herd of beef cows (approx 14 we add and sell regularly) available as well. Many other business opportunities especially with recent marijuana law changes. There is plenty of room to grow and dry product. Also extra 2nd floor space could be a airbnb.

The house has first floor with entry hall, kitchen, pantry (laundry in pantry) main bedroom, 2nd bedroom, dining room, living room, study, and bathroom. First floor is heated by oil baseboard/hot water system with a backup wood stove in the cellar. Second floor has five bedrooms although no heat; wood stoves were used decades ago. There is a full walk up attic.

Many possibilities available with this farm and business for $900,000. Call or text for more information 315-378-518 zero or see marzfarm.com for more pics and information.

 

Sale Price or Estimated Market Value

TBD

Are you willing to mentor a new or beginning farmer?

Yes

Do you require a farmer who qualifies for agricultural assessment?

Negotiable

Production Preferences

Livestock / Crops Description

Certified organic hay and forages

Beef and pasture pork

Crops Permitted

  • black outline of a carrot Vegetables
  • black outline apple icon Fruits
  • black outline of a flower Flowers or Ornamentals
  • black outline of a wheat germ Grains
  • black outline hay icon Hay
  • black outline other crops icon Other Crops

Livestock Permitted

  • black outline cow icon Cattle - Beef
  • Black outline of a pig Pigs

Preferred Farming Method

Organic (certified) Regenerative/Sustainable

Farm Infrastructure

  • black outline barn icon Barns - Equipment Storage
  • black outline barn with silo icon Barns - Livestock
  • black outline electrical icon Electrical access
  • black outline tractor icon Equipment
  • Black outline of a fence Fencing
  • Black outline of a water drop Water access

Equipment

All current hay and forage producing equipment

Fencing

Barbed wire with field fence and electric in some areas. 

Water Access

Multiple wells and wilson creek runs through the property.

Barns for Livestock

See description above

Barns for Equipment/Storage

There is a main 1980's barn 36 x 136, heifer barn 30 x 40, and a 6 bay pole barn.  one green houses 28 x 96.

Additional Property Information

None property is in an ag district

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?

Negotiable

Additional Information About This Property

Please see farm website marzfarm.com

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