Spot Agriculture Land program
No fixed amount
Investment
Description:
An agriculture spot land application is where you identify the parcel of land you wish to use for agriculture. Spot land applications are for soil-based activities (example: hay crop, market garden). The land must:
• be vacant and available;
• have arable soil that can support growing crops;
• have a minimum parcel size of 6 hectares;
• have a maximum parcels size of 65 hectares; and
• have reasonable access.
Farmers, producers and livestock owners can acquire public land for:
a) agriculture production through an Agreement for Sale; or
b) areas for grazing through a Grazing Agreement.
Comments on Funding:
Continuous Intake
Eligibility:
Applicants must:
1. be a Canadian citizens or have permanent resident status; and
2. have resided in Yukon for 1 continuous year prior to application; and
3. be at least 19 years of age; or
4. represent a Canadian company where the majority of shareholders meet the criteria above.
Application Steps:
Applicants must:
1. Discuss your selected parcel with us to determine if the land is a good candidate. Phone 867-667-5838 or email agriculture@yukon.ca to set up a meeting.
2. Prepare your application package. Include:
• the application form;
• a map or aerial photo showing the location and size of your chosen area; and
• an application fee of $25 plus 5% GST.
3. Submit your application package to the Agriculture Branch.
In person: 320-300 Main Street in Whitehorse. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Mail:
Government of Yukon
Agriculture Branch (K-320A)
Box 2703
Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6
4. We evaluate the application and location to ensure the availability of the land. If the land meets the eligibility criteria, your application is accepted.
5. We assess the value of the land in order to determine your cost of development.
6. Submit a detailed Farm Development Plan within 60 days for approval. The development cost you outline must be at least equal to the land value we set. We can assist you in developing your Farm Development Plan.
7. We will conduct a site investigation to determine the soil capability for agriculture in the area.
8. Once you’ve completed these steps, you start a Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Board (YESAB) assessment.
Documentation Needed:
Applicants must submit:
1. a completed application form;
2. all the required documents, as requested.
Other Things to Note:
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