Lansing, NY, Tompkins County
Acres Available
Open Tillable Acres
Wooded (or other) Acres
Condition & Current Use
This four acre apple orchard has been farmed organically for the past 14 years. It features a large variety of apple trees, more than half of which are antique varieties. The orchard is protected by a 6+ foot chain link fence.
Soil Types
Farm History & Past Use
The orchard has been under active management until this year, and was harvested for making cider. Regular pruning has been done (except this winter). There are 150 to 175 apples trees of all different varieties in good condition.
Tenure Options
Owner is looking for someone to maintain the orchard (annual pruning, mowing, etc) and harvest the fruit (for use by the farmer). There is no cost for this, but the owner would like someone who can commitment to taking good care of this orchard for the long term (5+ years). The owner does not want to lease the land and would like to continue having access to the orchard for walking in and enjoying.
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
This is primarily an apple orchard. Open to sheep in the orchard.
Crops Permitted
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Fruits
Livestock Permitted
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Goats/Sheep
Preferred Farming Method
Farm Infrastructure
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Water access
Water Access
There is water access but no irrigation installed. All the trees are older than 14 years so don’t feel irrigation is needed.
Additional Property Information
Landowner would like to continue to walk the orchard with her dog.
