338 ha Farm in Ladismith Outlying

Situated just 10 minutes from Ladismith in the sought-after Seekoegatsdrift agricultural area, this exceptional 338-hectare farming unit is renowned for its high-quality lucerne and lucerne seed production. The property comprises 10 title deeds and offers a well-developed irrigation system, fertile soils, and strong income potential from diversified operations.

Location & Climate

The Seekoegatsdrift region forms part of the picturesque Klein Karoo, known for its clear skies, mild winters, and warm summers. The climate is semi-arid with average annual rainfall of approximately 200300 mm, falling mainly in the transition seasons. Deep, sandy-loam soils and the regions dry air create excellent conditions for lucerne, vineyards, and livestock farming. Natural vegetation consists mainly of hardy Succulent Karoo shrubs, thorn trees, and vleiriet, providing valuable grazing for cattle and kudu along the riverbanks.

Water & Irrigation

Of the total land, 59 ha are registered with the Buffelsrivier Irrigation Board, including 4.3 ha of Colombar vineyard. The farm uses flood irrigation. The water is supplied by the Groot River and is stored in 3 dams. The Groot River flows through the property for approximately 2 kilometres. Water is available three point five days out of every nine days at a rate of 2 m3 per second. All irrigation lands have been laser-levelled to optimise water efficiency. The soil is a deep, sandy loam ideal for lucerne cultivation.

A single borehole provides domestic water for the houses, gardens, and livestock. There are no storage dams currently in use, but the river system offers dependable flow. Yearly the farm receives 3 water cycles from the Floriskraaldam. Registered water rights available on request.

Production

Lucerne

Average stand age: 5 years

Yield: 15 tons ha year

Price range: R3 000 R5 000 per ton

Lucerne Seed

Annual production: 7.5 tons per season

Average price: R100 per kg

Colombar Vineyard

4.3 ha under vines

Grapes delivered to Suid-Kaap Wingerde in Ladismith

Vineyards young, full production: approximately 100ton

Livestock

The farm currently supports 48 Hereford cows and 1 bull, but can easily sustain up to 200 GVE. The Groot River section provides excellent grazing, complemented by the natural vleitjiesriet and thorn-tree vegetation along the riverbanks.

Infrastructure

Main homestead: 350 m2 | 3 bedrooms | 1 bathroom

Managers house: 350 m2 | 4 bedrooms

Cottage: 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom | income potential

9 staff cottages

Open shed 380 m2

Closed shed 350 m2

2 lock-up garages

Approximately 90 of the property is fenced, including two 100-ha inner camps for effective livestock management.

Additional Features

Excellent views towards the Swartberg and Touwsberg Mountain

Two-kilometre River frontage

Strong income diversification lucerne, seed, cattle, vineyard

Additional rental income from the cottage and secondary house

For Sale at R18 000 000 excluding VAT

The seller is VAT-registered.