Working with Land Trusts: Proposals for PNW Opportunity Due August 21st!!!

California FarmLink has had a rich relationship with land trusts throughout the state who are interested in preserving agricultural lands and keeping working lands affordable for farmers into the future. Though we don't typically promote opportunities out of state (we are California FarmLink, after all), there are some exceptional exceptions-- not to mention the very daunting costs and scarcity of farmland here in California.

Read on for an opportunity in the beautiful Pacific Northwest with a great land trust, Lopez Family Land Trust, that shares our values:

LCLT is seeking a long-term lessee for the 48-acre Stonecrest Farm on Lopez Island. The lessee may be an individual, couple, family or a group, such as a cooperative. The lessee must be willing to commit to a minimum 60-month lease with the desire to enter into a longer-term lease. The lessee must be committed to the development of a successful, dynamic, ecologically balanced and viable farm enterprise that meets the following: 

• Improves soils; 
• Strengthens the local food system through access to local foods and farm products, which may include value-added products; 
• Implements sound business practices; 
• Retains and invigorates the working rural character of Lopez Island through regenerative economic and agriculture practices; 
• Works with LCLT’s program coordinator to allow planned community access and classes on the farm. 
• Works with LCLT's intern program. 

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, click here to read the full Request for Proposals or contact Sandy Bishop at LCLT@rockisland.com. 

Good luck!