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Embrace turnkey commercial farming near Empangeni, KwaZulu‑Natal, with irrigated sugarcane and macadamias, extensive Tugela–Mhlathuze water rights and full operational infrastructure.
Commercial farm near Empangeni in KwaZulu-Natal is divided into two adjoining portions planted to sugarcane and macadamias, with full infrastructure, extensive water rights and backup power. Portions 1 & 2 (370.9 ha) are priced at R50 million and include irrigated cane, young macadamias, large Tugela–Mhlatuze water allocation and multiple staff and farm buildings. Farm equipment available separately at market-related prices. A list is available on request. Additional value lies in a sizeable gravel quarry and greenhouse tunnels.
Property overview
Farm portions
– Portions 1 & 2 contiguous (total 370.9324 ha)
Sale options
– 234 ha irrigated sugarcane, 20 ha macadamias
– 1 596 894 m3 water rights (Tugela–Mhlatuze scheme) plus 20 000 m3 storage
– Infrastructure includes three houses, three open sheds, workshop, staff compounds
Location & access
Crops:
Sugarcane
• Irrigation via three centre pivots (3-, 4-, 5-tower) plus draglines
• Yields up to 120 t/ha (pivot) and 70–90 t/ha (dragline)
Macadamias
• 20 ha under drip irrigation
• Tree age profile: 50% six years, 25% five years, 25% four years
Water resources
Infrastructure & improvements
Security
Commercial considerations
Conclusions
* Monthly costs are estimates and should be confirmed with the agent.
Listed for sale at R68,500,000
Price reduced by 27.0% to R50,000,000
Empangeni Rural offers a highly productive subtropical agricultural environment characterized by fertile soils and reliable rainfall, making it an ideal hub for sugarcane, timber, and livestock farming with excellent logistical access to the Port of Richards Bay.
* Distances and amenities are approximate.
