Lease ready-to-farm plots at Good Hope Farm

Cary, Wake County

Updated Aug 22, 2024

View of production field and greenhouse Farm plot Greenhouse Historic buildings on-site New tractor IH Cub tractor available for farmer use Grillo 107D available for farmer use Grillo tiller available for farmer use Farm plot map Farm plot

Available

  • 29 Total acres
  • 9 Acres of cropland or tillable land
  • 5 Acres of fenced pasture
  • 5 Acres of unfenced hayland

Lease ready-to-farm plots at Good Hope Farm

Cary, Wake County

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General property information

Good Hope Farm leases ready-to-farm plots of land (0.25-2 acres) along with greenhouse space, irrigation, deer fence, tractors, wash pack station, cold storage, and hand tools to new farmers who seeking to launch or expand an agricultural business. On-site farmers have access to marketing opportunities, group CSA, on-site farmstand sales, and educational opportunities. The farm is located in Cary, NC and the program is supported by the Town of Cary, Piedmont Conservation Council, and the Conservation Fund. Website: GoodHopeFarm.org

Property features

  • Barn
  • Fencing
  • Greenhouse
  • Farm equipment
  • Processing facilities
  • Irrigation equipment
  • Cold storage (cooler/freezer)
  • Well / Pond / Other water source

Feature details

- production plots from 0.25 to 2 acres - plot irrigation with metered valves - walk-behind tractor with tiller - full sized and walk-behind tractor - 30' X 65' high tunnel - washing and packing station - 8' by 8' walk-in cooler - hand tools, tool storage, and seeder

Current production on farm

  • Field crops
  • Flowers / Herbs
  • Honey bees
  • Orchard / Vineyard
  • Vegetables
  • Woodlot or forest products

Production details

Farmers are accepted by application with an approved business plan. The farmers on site focus on diverse vegetable production and cut flowers. Other potential crops must be discussed with the farm manager prior to planting.

Current & past farming practices

  • Transitioning to organic
  • Ecological production but not certified

Practice details

This property was originally used by bright leaf tobacco farmers. After its acquisition by the Town of Cary in 2008, it was cover cropped to rebuild soil quality. The cultivator farm program has been operating since spring 2017, with 11 0.5 acre production plots. No conventional chemicals have been used since fall 2016. All farmers are required to follow National Organic Program standards and use sustainable agriculture practices.

Opportunity

Lease

  • 1-5 Years
  • Lease w/Mentoring

Job or Learning Opportunity

  • Incubator Program

Opportunity details

Good Hope Farm may be right for you if: - you have agricultural production knowledge - you want to start or expand your farm business - you are searching for affordable farmland - you want to farm in a community environment - you value sustainable agricultural practices - you have limited access to capital for farm equipment and infrastructure. The following are included in the lease: irrigation, equipment, high tunnel, post-harvest facility, & walk-in cooler. 

Additional Details

Additional information about this property

Additional information available on our website: http://goodhopefarm.org/