Berkshire, NY, Tioga County
Acres Available
Open Tillable Acres
Wooded (or other) Acres
Condition & Current Use
Farm is currently in certified organic hay and forage production with pasture for beef and pigs.
Farm land available for growing veggies or other crops in the 2023 season. We also have equipment, some attachments for planting/management of the crops, and a greenhouse. Can barter for land use and possible work with our farm in hay business. We produce lots of small square bales and have customers up and down the east coast. For more information, call or text to 315-378-5180.
Soil Types
Farm History & Past Use
Dairy farm and most of the dairy infrastructure is still on the farm.
Tenure Options
Open to discussing tenure and sale options
325 acres organically certified farm centrally located between the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region of upstate NY in Berkshire, Tioga County; within easy access to major highway corridors in every direction (17/86, 81, 88.) Originally the Old Sharp Farm, the land has been farmed since 1887, mostly in dairy production, but now certified organic hay production. Acreage is a mixture of pasture, hay fields, and forest, with rolling hills. About 160 tillable and 165 of woods. Wilson Creek runs through the property; there is a small pond, three wells (barn, house, one hand dug lined in stone,) and a spring on the property. There is also at least a mile of road frontage on Wilson Creek Rd and Letter s Hill Rd. The property consists of five joining tax parcels (see attached pic).
Currently farmed for the small square bale hay production with already established customers locally and at the coastal areas of MA, NH, and NJ. Far too much farm (including 5 tractors, 4 green and 1 red) and delivery equipment (Uhaul van, Kenworth, and trailers) to list but all available to a new owner. Plenty of hay storage with 33x130 main barn, 30x40 heifer barn and a 6 bay equipment shed. There is also equipment available to produce mini-bales for the pet industry. Current owners will also assist in transition of the hay business. There is also a 28x96 greenhouse for multiple purposes. There is a small herd of beef cows (approx 14 we add and sell regularly) available as well. Many other business opportunities especially with recent marijuana law changes. There is plenty of room to grow and dry product. Also extra 2nd floor space could be a airbnb.
The house has first floor with entry hall, kitchen, pantry (laundry in pantry) main bedroom, 2nd bedroom, dining room, living room, study, and bathroom. First floor is heated by oil baseboard/hot water system with a backup wood stove in the cellar. Second floor has five bedrooms although no heat; wood stoves were used decades ago. There is a full walk up attic.
Many possibilities available with this farm and business for $900,000. Call or text for more information 315-378-518 zero
Price for Lease Per Acre
Sale Price or Estimated Market Value
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
Certified organic hay and forages
Beef and pasture pork
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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Hay
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Maple
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Other Crops
Livestock Permitted
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Cattle - Beef
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Pigs
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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Equipment
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Fencing
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Water access
Equipment
All current hay and forage producing equipment $200k plus in value.
Fencing
Barbed wire with field fence and electric in some areas.
Water Access
Multiple wells and wilson creek runs through the property.
Additional Property Information
None property is in an ag district
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
Please see farm website marzfarm.com
