RIVERSDALE – 814 HA DAIRY, IRRIGATION & FODDER FARM
R37,000,000 EXCLUDING VAT
This exceptional 814-hectare agricultural property is situated approximately 19 km from Riversdale, at the foothills of the Langeberg mountains, in one of the Southern Cape's established agricultural regions. The property presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a substantial, well-developed agricultural property with excellent water resources, established irrigation and extensive dairy infrastructure. The farm is surrounded by the Kruis River Nature Reserve and Spioenkop Nature Reserve, with the Klein River crossing the property. Mountain streams contribute to the property's four earth dams.
WATER AND IRRIGATION
Water is a significant asset of the property. The farm has approximately 546,000 m³ per annum of registered water rights through the Breede-Gouritz Water Scheme. Approximately 80 hectares are under permanent irrigation, currently using floppy sprinklers under gravity, while a further approximately 140 hectares of dryland are available for summer and winter crop production. Water is stored in four substantial earth dams. There is also an opportunity to further increase water storage, with a proposed additional dam of approximately 233,700 m³ having previously been approved, subject to confirmation of the relevant approvals and conditions.
DAIRY AND AGRICULTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
The farm was developed as a high-potential dairy and fodder-producing unit and has an extensive infrastructure base.
The dairy infrastructure includes:
* Modern 30-point swing-over milking parlour, with capacity for approximately 800 cows per day
* Two stainless-steel milk tanks providing approximately 36,000 litres of pre-cooled milk storage
* Silo
* Large storage shed
* Closed shed
* Approximately 6,000 m² under-roof feeding area, with capacity for approximately 1,200 cows
* Modern Flex-feed feeding system
* Livestock handling facilities
* Additional agricultural outbuildings
The infrastructure provides a substantial platform for a purchaser wishing to re-establish dairy production or utilise the property for an alternative agricultural operation. The farm is currently not operating as an active dairy farm.**
EFFICIENT RESOURCE UTILISATION
The property incorporates infrastructure designed to make efficient use of water and agricultural by-products. Rainwater and effluent from the milking parlour, under-roof feeding area and large roof structures are channelled through a purification system and can be pumped into an earth dam for re-use as irrigation water. Manure can be dried and applied to the irrigation areas, providing an additional source of nutrients. Pasture camps are subdivided into smaller areas to facilitate controlled grazing, efficient fodder utilisation and practical management.
CLIMATE AND AGRICULTURAL POTENTIAL
The property benefits from a Mediterranean climate, with the mountain foothill area receiving approximately 900–1,000 mm of rainfall per annum. The area experiences relatively mild winters with limited frost, providing favourable conditions for pasture and fodder production. The farm has historically been utilised for dairy production, grazing and the production of fodder crops, with substantial existing infrastructure supporting intensive agricultural use.
IMPROVEMENTS
A well-equipped **three-bedroom main house** provides comfortable accommodation and includes a loft area and separate flat. Additional accommodation consists of labourer houses and adjoining flats. The buildings will be vacant on date of transfer.
LOCATION
The property is situated approximately 19 km from Riversdale, with the Langeberg mountain range providing a striking backdrop to the farm. Its combination of substantial water allocation, irrigation, rainfall, agricultural land and established infrastructure makes this a versatile and highly developed farming property.
PRICE
R37,000,000 excluding VAT
The advertised price is for the land and fixed improvements only.
Livestock, movable assets, machinery, implements and other movable equipment are excluded from the purchase price and can be negotiated separately with the seller.
This exceptional 814-hectare agricultural property is situated approximately 19 km from Riversdale, at the foothills of the Langeberg mountains, in one of the Southern Cape's established agricultural regions. The property presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a substantial, well-developed agricultural property with excellent water resources, established irrigation and extensive dairy infrastructure. The farm is surrounded by the Kruis River Nature Reserve and Spioenkop Nature Reserve, with the Klein River crossing the property. Mountain streams contribute to the property's four earth dams.
WATER AND IRRIGATION
Water is a significant asset of the property. The farm has approximately 546,000 m³ per annum of registered water rights through the Breede-Gouritz Water Scheme. Approximately 80 hectares are under permanent irrigation, currently using floppy sprinklers under gravity, while a further approximately 140 hectares of dryland are available for summer and winter crop production. Water is stored in four substantial earth dams. There is also an opportunity to further increase water storage, with a proposed additional dam of approximately 233,700 m³ having previously been approved, subject to confirmation of the relevant approvals and conditions.
DAIRY AND AGRICULTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
The farm was developed as a high-potential dairy and fodder-producing unit and has an extensive infrastructure base.
The dairy infrastructure includes:
* Modern 30-point swing-over milking parlour, with capacity for approximately 800 cows per day
* Two stainless-steel milk tanks providing approximately 36,000 litres of pre-cooled milk storage
* Silo
* Large storage shed
* Closed shed
* Approximately 6,000 m² under-roof feeding area, with capacity for approximately 1,200 cows
* Modern Flex-feed feeding system
* Livestock handling facilities
* Additional agricultural outbuildings
The infrastructure provides a substantial platform for a purchaser wishing to re-establish dairy production or utilise the property for an alternative agricultural operation. The farm is currently not operating as an active dairy farm.**
EFFICIENT RESOURCE UTILISATION
The property incorporates infrastructure designed to make efficient use of water and agricultural by-products. Rainwater and effluent from the milking parlour, under-roof feeding area and large roof structures are channelled through a purification system and can be pumped into an earth dam for re-use as irrigation water. Manure can be dried and applied to the irrigation areas, providing an additional source of nutrients. Pasture camps are subdivided into smaller areas to facilitate controlled grazing, efficient fodder utilisation and practical management.
CLIMATE AND AGRICULTURAL POTENTIAL
The property benefits from a Mediterranean climate, with the mountain foothill area receiving approximately 900–1,000 mm of rainfall per annum. The area experiences relatively mild winters with limited frost, providing favourable conditions for pasture and fodder production. The farm has historically been utilised for dairy production, grazing and the production of fodder crops, with substantial existing infrastructure supporting intensive agricultural use.
IMPROVEMENTS
A well-equipped **three-bedroom main house** provides comfortable accommodation and includes a loft area and separate flat. Additional accommodation consists of labourer houses and adjoining flats. The buildings will be vacant on date of transfer.
LOCATION
The property is situated approximately 19 km from Riversdale, with the Langeberg mountain range providing a striking backdrop to the farm. Its combination of substantial water allocation, irrigation, rainfall, agricultural land and established infrastructure makes this a versatile and highly developed farming property.
PRICE
R37,000,000 excluding VAT
The advertised price is for the land and fixed improvements only.
Livestock, movable assets, machinery, implements and other movable equipment are excluded from the purchase price and can be negotiated separately with the seller.
Features
Zoning
Interior
Exterior
Sizes
Listing Info
Finance
Total Amount Repayable
R0,00
Monthly Repayment
R0,00
Calculators:
Disclaimer
While every effort will be made to ensure that the information contained within the Agrisell website is accurate and up to date, Agrisell makes no warranty, representation or undertaking whether expressed or implied, nor do we assume any legal liability, whether direct or indirect, or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information. Prospective purchasers and tenants should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained herein.