Farmland
Flores del Sol
Water Rights
Fort Collins, Larimer County
1-4 Years, 5-9 Years, 10+ Years
Updated May 26, 2025
Available
- 30 Total acres
- 30 Acres suitable to agricultural production
- 30 Irrigated acres
Flores del Sol
Fort Collins, Larimer County
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Create Posting Sign InFarmer(s) looking for long term access to land and water who value conservation agriculture and community!
We are seeking farmers who want to be part of a shared farming space within a knowledgeable, hard-working community. Our goal is to support growers looking to expand their operations and establish a long-term home—where they can invest in stewarding the land and building their business.
Specifically, we’re looking for farmers who:
- Are interested in leasing between 1 and 30 acres, with a 3–5 year lease commitment
- Have access to the equipment needed to support their growing operations and responsibly manage their leased land
- Prioritize sustainable agricultural practices
- Have 1–2 years of farm management or ownership experience
General Information
Quality of Land
Through a partnership with the Fort Collins Natural Areas Department, Poudre Valley Community Farms offers below-market rates for access to land and raw water. The 175-acre property is currently home to five diversified vegetable farms, one cut flower farm, and a seasonal cattle grazing operation. Over the past five years, the land has been thoughtfully transitioned from a City-designated natural area to a productive, sustainable space for diversified vegetable farming and grazing.
Water
Water Rights
I have water rights.
Water Source
Irrigation Ditch, Municipal Water, Pond (with surface rights)
Irrigation Infrastructure
We have two earthen ditches on the west side of the property, which supply water to an irrigation pond. From there, water can be pumped to individual lease areas. Producers are responsible for providing their own irrigation supplies, including a pump systems, and poly to transport water either from the pond or directly from the ditch to their leased area. For cover crops and other row crops, flood irrigation is also available as an option.
Additional Details
PVCF's lease with FCNAD provides access to 7 shares of Louden Irrigation and Canal Company water (known as Louden shares) and 3 shares of Louden Extension Canal water (known as Extension shares) both direct flow and storage water.
This means that the FDS lease provides a total of 70-126 ac ft of direct flow water (on average) and 35 ac ft in storage water over the course of the irrigation season. Each producer on site is allocated an individual allotment of water (in ac ft) each year. This will be based on the amounts of water allocated in each producer’s lease and is provided in the overall cost. Producers also have access to municipal water at an additional cost.
Features
Farm Infrastructure
Description of Farm Infrastructure
Irrigation pond, shaded seating area, municipal water, on site farm stand and split utilities on site between all producers including trash, bathrooms and electricity.
Will the landholder live on site?
No
No, living on the property is not allowed
Is the property certified organic?
No
Description of Soil
Soil is clay loam, well drained, more specifically nunn clay loam.
Current Production
Additional Production Details
Flores del Sol is a 152-acre Natural Area west of Timberline Road and south of Carpenter Road. Habitat restoration and conservation agriculture in the Natural Area is perpetuated by a partnership with PVCF and the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas district. This property is currently leased and shared by multiple producers to grow vegetables, cut flowers and raise livestock.
There are currently appx. 30- irrigated acres available for out production. Those acres will be put into an annual cover crop for summer of 2025 in preparation for the 2026 growing season and new producers.
Current & Past Practices
Does the landholder have experience with an agricultural operation on the property?
Yes
Has the property been in production during the last year?
Yes
Opportunity
Lease
Tenure Arrangement Details
Producers will have a lease fee that includes water, below market lease rate for land, support from PVCF staff, and co-marketing across our social media, newsletters, events, etc. For a 1 acre lease the cost is $1200. for between 5-30 acres <$200 per acre.
Available Beginning:
Conservation Status:
This land is protected under conservation easements or other programs.
Conservation Easement Details
Flores del Sol is part of PVCF’s partnership with the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department to keep land out of development and in agriculture. We are seeking producers who share this mission and employ conservation agriculture practices that reduce water use, promote soil health, and protect habitat for pollinators and other wildlife.
The farmed area plays a key role in ongoing restoration efforts, supporting habitat for birds, insects, and other wildlife, with the goal of increasing biodiversity over time. To protect nesting birds, haying is not permitted before July 15th. Producers must obtain permission before constructing any structures on the property.