68 ha Macadamia Farm in Schagen, Mpumalanga

Established 68-Hectare Macadamia Farm with Residential and Agricultural Infrastructure

An established agricultural property extending across 68 hectares in Schagen, Mpumalanga, offering approximately 19.7 hectares of macadamia orchards, with trees ranging from 7 to 28 years of age. Situated in a warm, subtropical summer-rainfall region, the farm benefits from favourable growing conditions and an established irrigation system, making it an attractive opportunity for agricultural investors and macadamia producers.

Macadamia Orchards and Cultivars

The farm’s primary agricultural activity is macadamia production, with established orchards comprising two cultivars:

- Beaumont (695): Approximately 11 hectares.

- Beaumont (816): Approximately 9 hectares.

The cultivar areas provided total 20 hectares, while the agricultural report records approximately 19.7 hectares under macadamia cultivation. The final planted area should be confirmed.

Water and Irrigation Infrastructure

The farm has an established irrigation system drawing water from the river via a gravity-fed canal into a main storage dam. Water can then be pumped to two additional earthen dams, from where it is distributed to the orchards.

Additional water infrastructure includes three earth dams and an equipped borehole for domestic use.

Agricultural Facilities and Infrastructure

The property offers an established range of farm buildings and operational facilities, including:

- A macadamia drying shed equipped with seven 3-ton drying bins and a de-husking plant.

- A separate macadamia processing and storage shed with de-husking equipment.

- Former broiler sheds currently used for general storage.

- An office, double garage and storeroom, with two additional carports.

- Two pump houses and various ancillary storage buildings.

- Three-phase Eskom electricity supply via a transformer.

- Electric fencing around the residential homesteads and approximately 1 km along both sides of the main gravel road traversing the farm.

Residential Accommodation

The farm includes three houses and two flats, providing accommodation for an owner, farm management, employees or extended family, subject to the property`s operational requirements.

Main Residence – House 1

A four-bedroom residence comprising two bathrooms, a kitchen, scullery, laundry, entrance hall, dining room, study and enclosed stoep.

Second Residence – House 2

A larger, upmarket home completed approximately four years ago, featuring four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a separate toilet, kitchen, pantry, laundry, lounge, family room and dining room. The residence also offers a covered patio and double garage.

Third Residence – House 3

A two-bedroom home with one bathroom, kitchen and open-plan lounge and dining area. An open patio and separate garage complete the accommodation.

Additional Accommodation

- Flat 1: Two bedrooms, one bathroom and an open-plan lounge and kitchen.

Climate and Growing Conditions

The farm is located in a warm to hot subtropical climate zone with summer rainfall, generally occurring from October to April.

- Average annual rainfall: 700–850 mm.

- Summer daytime temperatures: Approximately 27°C–35°C.

- Winter daytime temperatures: Generally in the low to mid-20s°C.

- Growing season: Typically supports one macadamia crop annually.

- Weather conditions: Hail is sporadic and infrequent, while drought is uncommon.

These climatic conditions provide a favourable environment for macadamia cultivation, subject to seasonal variations and effective orchard and water management.

Investment Opportunity

Combining 68 hectares of agricultural land, established macadamia orchards, irrigation infrastructure, processing and drying facilities, multiple residential dwellings and essential agricultural services, this property presents an opportunity for investors seeking an established agricultural operation with supporting infrastructure and potential for continued production

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