- Nutrient Management Plan
My wife’s family ran this farm as a small hobby farm. They took hay off the fields and maintained two horses, a cow, and a flock of ~40 sheep. We sought to care for the property in a similar way, but due to an injury we’re no longer able to achieve the things we’d like to here. We’re hoping to find someone interested in living in the house and utilizing the land.
The farm is 157+/- acres with approximately 25 acres of hay fields that could be suitable for crop production, another 55 acres that is suitable for pasture, and 80 acres of woods. There is an old stone farmhouse on the property that we lived in for the last 4 years, but it certainly needs work. There is electricity and a good well. There is adequate cell phone reception at the house, and we used cell service for internet access at the property, as this is the most reliable option.
It’s a remote and beautiful place.
An old horse barn, a modern equipment shed with electric, and an old equipment shed. Old stone farmhouse also on property.
Electric access at the main house and one of the outbuildings. A good well that has never run dry.
The property’s 89 acres span both sides of a state-maintained, paved road.
A bank barn is located directly across from the house and is surrounded by approximately 10 acres of pasture with a cow pond.
The 2 BR, 1 BA 2-story house has newer metal roof/siding/windows and is in very good condition. There is propane heat with a newer hot air furnace, as well as electric radiator panels in the kitchen and living room as an alternative. A wood stove could be added in the basement or living room. Off the entry is a bonus room that could be made into an extra bedroom with a bath.
A neighbor makes hay from the pasture and has monitored and amended the soil as needed. Behind the house is 40 acres of pasture and woodland. Additional acreage includes conservable meadow, fen/wetland and bog. The pasture was planted with hedgerow trees and warm season grasses while enrolled in a USDA conservation program from 2011-2022. Approximately 15 acres of woodland is located at the far back of the parcel, which has been logged sustainable using a consulting forester, most recently in 2020.
The valley is a mix of legacy family farms and farmettes with cattle, goats, horses, corn and soybean crops. Some Plain Sect families own properties in the immediate area, but most do not farm.
It would be great to make this a working farm again.
Sale–prefer conventional bank loan or cash. The right buyer will have a plan and money lined up.
My property has been farmed over the past 5+ years in both corn and soybeans and I am interested in having a farmer come in with long-term goals in mind with a focus on sustainability. Will consider discussions with farmers looking to crop, raise livestock, and/or produce vegetables.
The farmed area represents 13 acres. The land is in the Sweet Valley area and easily accessible off a main road. The land slopes downhill to a wood line before a steep decline to a creek. Soil types are WIC and OID.
I am looking for a rent or lease agreement. There is a large bank barn and well for water access that I would consider to be included in any agreement.
Farmland Lease available in Centre County
1-10 acres available for garden/ farming or for raising a few horses/ cows
Access to a tractor
LOCATION: In Julian, PA, 20-minute drive from Penn State/ Downtown State College
For lease- pricing is negotiable; If you are interested in farming, your business plan will be reviewed for consideration.
Possible access to a Barn: 1600 square feet, Pole 1.5 Story. Has electricity & water. Up to 8 stalls.
Outdoor Pavilion: 20’x30’ covered picnic pavilion with cement floor and electrical wiring.
Fenced in area for Horses or Cows- 8 acres
At least 2 acres available with good sun exposure for gardening.
Access to a tractor
In addition to rent, there is an opportunity to work off some of your rental cost by being a caretaker at adjacent farms. Work available at adjacent farms varies from 5-20 hours a week and this work can be discounted from the rent.
If interested in being a caretaker to offset the cost of the rent, candidates must have: COVID vaccine, Own transportation, Clean record, Strong work ethic, Non-Smoker, and Comfortable interacting with guests at adjoining properties.
Ideal if the candidate has experience with any of the following areas: Farming, Gardening, Farm Animal Care, Handy Person Work, Construction, Housekeeping, and/or Hotel or Travel Services