Retiring farmer looking to lease 9-acre farm property. Open to different types of agriculture. Phone: 609-561-2309; Email: nicpet27@hotmail.com. 2/13

12-acre farm property available for short-term lease. Our goal is have the land farmed using sustainable means (if practical) so it is useful for agriculture prior to eventual development. All we expect from the farmer, with reference to the land only, is adequate proof of insurance. We are not looking for compensation from the farmer. We are interested in leasing the land on a year-to-year basis with the guarantee that crops sown would remain until harvest in that season. We would grant permission for the farmer to sell from the land (farm-stand or similar) if he or she so chose. Phone: 610-668-0300; Email: peter@pennrealestategroup.com. 2/13

Looking for a farm manager/operator to help be responsible for and grow our farm business, an established 150-acre agritourism operation, http://www.horsesleighfarm.com/. We grow orchard fruits, vegetables, pumpkins, corn, and hay; raise cattle, horses, and small animals; and are open to different types of farm manager arrangements, full or part-time. We’re looking for someone with the following: an understanding of the crops and/or livestock we raise; can interact with people during the fall agritourism season; understands farm equipment and agriculture; is motivated, dependable, and responsible; and is a do-er and has a passion for farming and the outdoors. Phone: 908-246-3044; Email: HorseSleighFarm@aol.com. 2/13

Looking for caretaker, individual, or organic farming couple for partnership, sharecropping, or lease of partial or entire 80-acre preserved farm. Only organic methods used since 2004, and farm is certified naturally grown. Farm has small herd of Belted Galloway cattle and Large Black hogs, and smaller vegetable plots available for rent by interested organic farmers. Close to Rt. 80, 1-hour from NYC, and on-site housing available for farmer. Many outbuildings and farming equipment available for use (tractor, harrow, bottom plow, refrigerated van for market vegetables/meat, 3 greenhouses, pole barn, mechanic shed, farm stand with 1500 ft. of frontage, and frost-free hydrants). Phone: 973-723-9320; Email: ourjerseyfarm@aol.com; Fax: 973-817-7447. 12/12

Preserved farm for sale or short-term lease: 64 acres of farm fields, mature forest, and meadows centrally-located along County Road 523 in Bedminster with quick access to I-78. The western boundary of the property abuts the North Branch of the Raritan River. The property, which is about 30 crop acres and about 30 woodland acres, has been historically farmed and is currently managed for hay. The property is encumbered with a perpetual conservation easement which retains the property for open field agricultural use and protection of natural resource conservation use. Phone: 908-234-1225 x103; Email: marie@njconservation.org. 11/12

Farming opportunity in Somerset County between Rutgers University and Princeton University. Short or long term lease potential. Currently being used as a Christmas tree farm. Educational, nonprofit, or food bank operations a plus. Let’s discuss your ideas. Phone: 732-306-4265; Email: rst12345@hotmail.com. 11/12

Potential free lease, to "right" person/group, of 10+ acre farm; prefer organic produce or bee-keeping operation. Sandy soil, planted in past, located directly across from Estell Manor Park\Nature Center, needs mowing and clearing of overgrowth and debris. New well likely required. Property features 70 year-old structurally-sound Cape Cod 3 BR, 1 BA farmhouse habitable but in need of significant interior upgrades. Total parcel 12.9 acres. Email: hoofnwoofr@aol.com. 11/12

10-acre equine farm available for lease. The farm consist of a renovated 1800’s farmhouse (3 BR, 2 BA), a barn with 6 matted box stalls, water, electric, wash stall, tack room, lighting, pastures and a run-in shed. The 10-acre equine farm for lease is a part of a greater 450-acre preserved farm. Phone: 610-420-4173; Email: BFLLC1@gmail.com. 11/12

Farm caretaker/handyman opportunity available – A part time position for a highly motivated couple that is energetic and willing to accept responsibility for the maintenance of the grounds and buildings on a 450-acre preserved farm. Must have experience in heavy & light farm equipment operation and maintenance. A house (3BR, 1BA) is available on the farm with this farming opportunity. Phone: 610-420-4173; Email: BFLLC1@gmail.com. 11/12

The NJ Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is holding three regional auctions for farm leases on properties managed by its Division of Parks afnd Forestry and Division of Fish and Wildlife. Leases for 35 parcels are being auctioned, and the lease term for each parcel will be 5 years long, with an option to renew for another 5 years. Leases on Division of Fish and Wildlife land will require the tenant farmer to perform in-kind services in exchange for a reduction in rent. Leases on Division of Parks and Forestry land will not require in-kind services.

The auctions are open to all interested farmers. The dates and locations are:

Read the lease announcement letter and visit DEP's farm lease auction webiste for more information and copies of the following documents:

• Auction Rules
• Bidder Registration Form
• Authorization to Bid Form
• Farm Lease Agreement
• Specific parcel and soil maps
• Minimum bids

45-acre designated farmland for short or long term lease. Farm Manager Opportunity. Good highway location with large busy farm stand. This is an excellent opportunity for a turn-key operation for a highly motivated farm manager to lease this property. Phone: 908-413-3342; Email: serendipity665@optonline.net. 8/12

10 acres of farmland and house available for short or long-term lease. Vegetables have been planted in previous years. Greenhouses and storage buildings available for use. Email: eleefarm@gmail.com. 8/12

Approximately 45 acres designated farmland available for lease for organic farming. Can be broken up into smaller parcels. Currently sheep are grazing about 5 acres of the farm. Well can be drilled. Email: me6s@aol.com. 8/12

10-acre farm for lease with option to buy. Located at end of a single-street development, abutting Gloassboro Wildlife Preserve. Farm has a ranch house as well as a barn with stalls (needs repair). Phone: 609-685-6768; Email: richardj2365@comcast.net; Fax: 609-822-2898. 7/12

5-acre newly built horse farm available for rent for ponies, horses, or livestock (not food production). Long-term lease available with no increase for 3 years; possible option to purchase later. Farm includes 8-matted stalls, 3 run-in sheds, 3 riding rings, large area for riding/jumping, pasture, hay loft, tack room, wash area, lighting, trail on property, anfd room for horse trailer. There is someone is on the premises 24/7. 200 acres of state land also across the street where you can ride. $800-$1600, or could be divided between two parties at $700/month - all utilities included. 100% of money goes to my 501c3 Animal Rescue Group. Owner lives in house away from riding area. Phone: 732-995-0139; Email: njnyrealtor@aol.com. Updated 5/12.

I will soon own an 11.7-acre property (4 crop acres, 3 pasture acres) on the Conhansey River and am considering various options, including partnership and lease. The property has many opportunities, including winery, organic produce, aquaculture, and agritourism. There are two large houses, a 1736 historic house (10 BR) and a tenant house (3 BR). There is also is a boat house and ice house that could provide housing (1 BR) and several outbuildings. The property is surrounded by thousands of acres of preserved land. Contact me to express interest but recognize any proposal will require monetary equity along with sweat equity. Link to photos of the farm. Email: dbdvol@comcast.net. 11/11

3rd generation fruit and vegetable farm looking for a farm manager handling daily harvesting, packing, and field issues. Candidate needs to have some knowledge of fruit and vegetable production including apples, peaches, blueberries, zucchini, cucumbers, peppers, tomato, melons etc. Operation is predominantly to supply a large retail market and some supermarket accounts. We are open year-round but that can be optional for the candidate. Housing may be available for the farm manager (2 BR, 1 BA dwelling on property). Phone: 609-561-1142. 7/11

3-5 acres available for short or long term lease. 40’ x 12’ barn available for storage. Will discuss price when contacted. Contact Pete Romanoli: Email: promanoli262@comcast.net. 6/11

The Middlesex County Department of Parks and Recreation is putting 2 parcels it owns out to bid (about 27 acres at Federal Rd. and Perrrineville Rd. in Monroe, and about 16 acres at the junction of Scotts Corner Rd. and Friendship Rd. in South Brunswick). Lease terms are for up to 10 years (5 year initial term with an additional 5 years upon mutually agreeable terms). Permitted crops only include soy beans, field corn, sweet corn, hay, warm season grasses and grain (oats, wheat, barley, rye). No other crops will be permitted. Potential lessee must possess in his or her own name a New Jersey Pesticide Applicator’s License, with a minimum of the Core Certification and 1A Certification for agricultural pest control for plants. Awards will only be made to individuals possessing current certifications. Bidders must submit a copy of their current license and certifications with the bid package. Failure to do so will result in immediate disqualification of the bid. Bids are due June 1, 2011. Please see the Middlesex County website for a full copy of the bid documents and instructions.

Duke Farms, a 2,700 acre farm, seeks individual farmers to farm its lands. About 150 acres are available for crop production, and 460 acres are available for grazing. The remainder of the property is wooded and/or public lands. Housing, barns, and farm equipment are available for use. Duke Farms will work with potential farmers to make needed upgrades and infrastructure enhancements. Organic sustainable farming practices will be accepted. http://www.dukefarms.org/Education/Agriculture-Programs/RFI/. Please email or fax your interest to Paul Smith: psmith@ddcf.org; fax: 908-547-3046. 2/11

25-acre farm available for lease or through a partnership to raise hay, vegetables, and meat animals. The farm sits along a stream bank and three structures: a 3-stall horse barn with wash stall and tack room; a 2-story barn, suitable for pigs, goats, hay, and potential apartment; and a 2-story equipment shed, used to store farm tractor, etc. The farm also has three large pastures, fenced with a new wood fence and hot wire, and two hay fields, suitable for a vegetable plot. One horse stall would also be available to the lessee or partner. Phone: 908-968-3360. Email: galebyrnes15@comcast.net. 1/11

Salem


Hunterdon

Carney's Point

West Amwell

The State Agriculture Development Committee (SADC) was accepting bids for two-year agricultural leases (crops only) on the following farms:

• Sassi Farm - 40 acres Carney’s Pt. Twp., Salem Co. Pennsville-Auburn Road (CR 551)
• Case Farm -70 acres West Amwell Twp., Hunterdon Co. Old York Road (Route 179)

The leases will run through December 31, 2014. Bids were being accepted by the SADC until 4:45 p.m. on March 11, 2013, so the bid process is now closed. Bidding forms were available from the SADC. - Leased

Beginning farmer opportunity in Hunterdon County. Seeking sustainable grower interested in small-scale farm situation. This property has 4.5 acres total, with approximately 2 tillable acres available. Water, equipment garage, shed, and solar and rain collection system available, and ability to have farm stand on-site. Willing to help with up-front costs, fencing, other improvements, and work out a lease arrangement with no rent until you start to make money. Will also consider housing share for the right person/couple. Contact me and let’s talk. - Leased

20-acre farm available for short or long-term lease. The property is located approximately 1 mile outside of Lambertville off of state highway 179, with Rt. 202 running behind the northern most property line. The farm has no frontage and is accessed by a private stone road. The land itself is well drained, and there are no swampy areas. Deer control is accomplished by one hunting club and a single long-term hunter when in season. Typical crops grown in the past have been corn, wheat, soybeans, sorghum and hay. -Leased

Lafayette Township put out to bid the lease of two farm properties, a 50-acre parcel and a 33-acre parcel. The bids were due by March 25, 2013. See the township’s public notice and lease agreement for more information.