GARDINER, NY, Ulster County
Acres Available
Open Tillable Acres
Wooded (or other) Acres
Infrastructure
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Barns - Equipment Storage
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Barns - Livestock
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Electrical access
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Farmer housing
Condition & Current Use
The available area is mostly open field/pasture ground with a few scattered trees and some wooded/ brushy edges. It has been maintained as a pasture/field area rather than conventional tilled cropland. The area is not currently being used for crop production.
The current layout should work best for a farmer who can use the land largely as it is, with any needed preparation determined after walking the site. We’re looking for regenerative farming practices, including low-disturbance methods, soil-building approaches, grazing-compatible uses, perennial plantings, or similar uses that improve the land over time.
Soil Types
Farm History & Past Use
The property has a long agricultural history in Gardiner and was previously part of Ferris Family Farm. The historic Ferris Farm homestead in the area dates back to 1815, and the surrounding land has long been associated with farming and open agricultural use. The last known Ferris Family Farm use was as a dairy operation.
Since the 1970s, portions of the property have been used for horse/equestrian purposes. Other areas have remained as pasture, open field, and wooded land, with some acreage currently leased for cattle grazing.
Tenure Options
We’re open to either a lease or farm management arrangement depending on the farmer, proposed use, and overall fit. A lease may be the simplest structure, but we’re also open to a management-style arrangement if it better supports a regenerative farming plan.
We’re flexible on timeline and would prefer to shape the terms around the right proposal. A shorter initial period may make sense as a starting point, with the possibility of a longer-term arrangement if it works well for both sides. We’d also like the arrangement to include regenerative practices, no synthetic sprays or chemical inputs, clear access and responsibility expectations, and a share of produce or farm output for personal use.
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
We’re open to crops or livestock that fit regenerative farming practices and support long-term soil health. Potential uses could include vegetables, fruit, flowers, hay, pasture-based livestock, bees, or other low-impact agricultural uses.
We’re especially interested in a farmer who can make productive use of the land while improving it over time. We would also like the arrangement to include produce or farm output for personal use, depending on what is grown or raised.
Crops Permitted
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Vegetables
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Fruits
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Flowers or Ornamentals
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Grains
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Other Crops
Livestock Permitted
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Cattle - Beef
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Goats/Sheep
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Poultry
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Bees
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Other Livestock
Preferred Farming Method
Farm Infrastructure
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Barns - Equipment Storage
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Barns - Livestock
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Electrical access
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Farmer housing
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Water access
Water Access
Water access is available near the house through the house well system. There is not currently a dedicated irrigation setup in/for the field.
Farmer Housing
A 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom house of about 2,400 square feet is located on the property. We’re open to including housing at a reasonable rent for a live-in farmer as part of the farm arrangement.
Additional Property Information
We’re looking for a regenerative farming approach that improves the land over time, with a focus on soil health, biodiversity, water retention, and overall ecosystem function.
There are also several horses on another portion of our land and the manure can be utilized as compost for the farm soil.
We’d like to avoid monocropping, heavy tillage, major clearing, routine sprays, and chemical-heavy input programs. Lower-disturbance crop production, perennial systems, managed grazing, or other regenerative uses could be a good fit.
Is the Property Conserved
Current Land Zoning
Is the property located in a NY Agricultural District?
Can the public be on the property as a part of the farm business?
Additional Information About This Property
We’re new to this process and are looking for the right fit rather than rushing into a specific setup. The goal is to keep the land in productive agricultural use while improving soil health, biodiversity, and overall land stewardship over time.
We’re open to thoughtful proposals from farmers who are interested in regenerative practices, whether they’re experienced or still building their approach. The most important thing is a willingness to communicate clearly, work with the land thoughtfully, and stay aligned with the long-term goals for the property.
