Farming Tips Archives - Fraser Valley Acreage Life

Starting a Small Farm Operation in the Fraser Valley

Have you been thinking about starting a small farm operation in the Fraser Valley? With the explosion of self employment and the striving for independence and autonomy, many individuals and families are moving to the country. They are attracted to the fresh air and wholesome environment, growing their own food and sharing community while still enjoying their privacy. If you are not inheriting a family farm or in possession of considerable financial assets, starting a new

Farming Tips

PLANTING BULBS IN THE FALL

Planting bulbs in the fall will produce vibrant spring colour in full bloom.. Always remember that animals are forging for food in the Fall. Planting bulbs in the fall, such as daffodils, allium, hyacinths and muscari, will not result in them being eaten by critters. However, they do love to eat tulips and crocuses. Fall is the ideal time to plant your garlic. Organic garlic is touted as the very best and healthiest by professional chefs.

Acreage Life Farming Tips

GROWING CHRISTMAS TREES

Growing Christmas trees is a very profitable crop to consider for your small acreage. The trees are a low maintenance crop that can be a great side project. Christmas trees can produce a good income for many years. How Long to Grow to Maturity Think of planting new trees in a portion of your acreage each year. It takes about eight years to produce most varieties of trees that are five to seven feet tall. Harvest

Animals Farming Tips

Wildlife on Your Farm

It is widely known that wildlife on your farm can damage agricultural crops and harm livestock. Wildlife ruins pastures, infrastructure and equipment. Wildlife also spread diseases and insects. There are several methods used to reduce the impact of wildlife on agricultural enterprises. These include: fencing, repellents, scare tactics, habitat modification, netting and trapping. Fencing First of all, woven wire fencing and electric fencing are the two most common fence designs. They are both effective in preventing

Farm Class Farming Tips

Classifying Farm Land For Tax Purposes

Owners of acreage and farm land in the Fraser Valley need to be aware of laws for classifying farm land for tax purposes. Using information from the B.C. government website, we have attempted to make the subject easier to understand. Assessment Value First of all, when a property is classified as farm land in BC, the property value is assessed at rates set by the provincial government. Consequently, the assessed value is lower for farm land