Farm for sale
Irrigation farm at Kanoneiland, Upington/Keimoes
Grow a productive farming lifestyle on Kanoneiland's fertile lower Orange River, between Upington and Keimoes — 12.74ha with established vineyards, lucerne and efficient piped irrigation.
Situated at Rooi Rand within the highly productive Kanoneiland farming area between Upington and Keimoes, this irrigation farm offers an excellent opportunity in one of the Northern Cape’s most sought-after agricultural regions. Kanoneiland, the largest inhabited island along the lower Orange River, falls under the Kai !Garib Municipality and is well known for its fertile soils, reliable irrigation systems and strong track record of vineyard and cash-crop production.
The property extends over 12.74 hectares and is conveniently located approximately 25 km north of Upington and 17 km south of Keimoes. It holds an agricultural water allocation of 11 hectares and is divided into four plots, all sold as a single unit.
Property Breakdown
Plot A
Measuring 4.4735 ha with a water allocation of 3.8 ha, this plot is currently planted with cash crops. Water is supplied directly from the canal.
Plot B
This 4.3583 ha plot carries a water listing of 3.9 ha and includes 1.9 ha under cash crops, 2.0 ha of Steen and Chenin Blanc vineyards planted in 2018, and 0.5 ha of Merbein grapes planted in 2016. The land is well drained and irrigated via an efficient piped gravel water system, reducing water wastage.
Plot C
With a size of 3.4809 ha and a water allocation of 3.3 ha, this plot consists of 2.4 ha lucerne established in 2025 and 1.0 ha Merbein grapes. Water is supplied through a canal pipeline.
Plot D (Building Plot)
This plot measures 4,311 m2 (0.4311 ha) and carries a domestic water listing. It is designated as a building plot and includes approximately 0.44 ha of old grape vineyard. No services are currently installed, and power and municipal connections will need to be arranged. The plot offers ample space for a residence and/or a drying facility.
Summary
This well-developed irrigation farm offers a balanced combination of vineyards, cash crops and lucerne, supported by efficient and reliable irrigation infrastructure. It is ideally suited to an established farmer seeking expansion or a new entrant wanting to secure a foothold in the highly desirable Kanoneiland agricultural area.
Implements are not included in the sale. The transaction is subject to VAT, which the purchaser may claim back.
Price (Excl. VAT): R3 724 000
Price (Incl. VAT): R4 254 000
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Listed for sale at R3,724,000
