Seeking Stewards for a Unique Succession Opportunity

Well it’s Wholearth Farmstudio’s 20th Anniversary! For several decades the focus has been on heritage breeds and heirloom seeds, on regenerating soil, establishing and preserving wetlands, and fostering natural biodiversity. Maintaining this special land is in my core, and I’m searching for like-minded individuals who are passionate about sustainable living, regenerative agriculture, and protecting the environment. Could it be you? Your group?

This property offers some of the most fertile organic soil in the area, and a haven for Species at Risk. By establishing several ponds and protecting sensitive areas, the farm has become a thriving ecosystem where wetlands and wildlife flourish.

It’s time for me to plan future chapters. I’m looking for one or two or a group who will cherish and continue the legacy of this property. This place is more than just farmland; it’s a place of deep connection to nature, where traditional seeds and breeds and sustainable practices thrive. Looking for individuals, family or group to continue to respect the soil with continued environmental stewardship and sustainable agriculture starting now, for 2025.

Come explore the land…

Please reach out to contact for appointment to: montana@montanajones.com

Features of the Farm: This property is a thriving, diverse ecosystem and includes:

• Rich farmland, fertile organic with five soil types, perfect for diverse agricultural ventures.

• Environmental features like flourishing wetlands, several spring-fed ponds, and carefully cultivated habitats for sensitive species at risk and protected areas to sustain wildlife.

• A 40-foot greenhouse and tools to support your farming ambitions and extend growing seasons.

• Organic, unsprayed land using eco-conscious regenerative farming practices.

Your Vision for the Future:

While there may not be a family successor for the farm , this land deserves to be farmed by someone who will honour its history and recognize its importance into the future.

If you’re interested in becoming part of this journey – whether as a farmer, Member of the Barnboard, or steward – I’d love to hear from you. This farm could be a special place in your life and an integral part of your future. Try it on for size for a year to see.

My hope is that this land remains in the hands an hearts of those who will cherish and respect its ecological and agricultural value.

This is a rare opportunity for those looking to establish or expand their own farm business or homestead. If you’re ready to take on the stewardship of this exceptional property, I’d love to hear from you.

It’s a big decision, and a large property to learn, so I’ll share the lands knowledge over the next year with prospective new owners while they live and work here and launch their own farming enterprise.


I’ll be available to mentor if desired, and help you get to know all there is to know about its history. As the potential new owner(s) you’ll have a year to absorb its knowledge, and time to decide if it’s the property of your dreams and it’s a good match.

I will be severing a portion to live on and write the new chapters of my own life while new (younger!) farmers write theirs.

Please reach out to Contact me at: montana@montanajones.com

Montana Jones

Wholearth Farmstudio

When I first saw this place—
from the peak of the north hilltop,
the realtor’s car parked roadside,
on a snow blowing January day
Up by the gnarled cedar root fenceline
—I felt the spirit of the place

All that pure white.

I pictured life,
growing things,
writing, community,
Making old new in the sweeps of artful fields
by spring-fed creek,
sensed the peace and solitude offered,
in the ley of the land

heritage sheep on a Northumberland County hillside
there’s good in the air,
and in the Wholearth,
I thought.

Gather ‘round the long table
friends and family eating earthly food,
shaped by each season, as we are.

Heirloom painted in shades of heritage,
grown by young farmers and believers
with enough enthusiasm
to stop a war,
I thought.

Good soil and fierce love can do that
With a smile.

Old-fashioned seeds and traditional breeds
are kinder
and kindred
to land stewards
and chefs who realize such things,
and consumed
by people
reaching for more freedom

to stretch into themselves
Into a fuller life of understanding
how important
living simply is

with fire,
food,
family and friendship

I thought

M Jones

Wholearth Celebrates 20 Years of Diversity in 2025/26!

A sanctuary For Artists, Writers, Birders, Bikers, Hikers, Creators, Eco-Enthusiasts, Friends & Families come on out sanctuary,

Help track 1111 species!!

 

• tend the garden • rake • plant seeds • help re-cover the greenhouse • identify different frog species by the spring-fed pond • build a birdhouse • birdwatch—bring your binoculars to identify one of our many species at risk • walk the trails and forest • brush Percheron horse sisters Sally & Pearl • meet the Dewlap Toulouse geese •

Please take a moment to get in touch below.

Remember to wear comfortable outdoor clothing, gloves, boots, and if you have rakes or shovels or items to use please mark your name on them. Let us know if you’d like to camp overnight.

If you’d like to catalogue your observations download the Nature Conservancy of Canada app called iNaturalist. Add your sightings to the Wholearth Farmstudio project!

#RestoreOurEarth #ProtectOurSpecies   #EndPlasticPollution  #eatmoreplants  #ArtistsForTheEarth

Find Your Nature

Since 2004, many friends and friends of friends have found special moments and shared many ideas at Wholearth. Register below to more about what’s ahead.

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