R3,500,000
About 15 km from the border post to Namibia, lies this irrigation 24 hectare farm on the fertile banks of the Orange River. This farm is one of the small pockets of fertile alluvial soil along the course of the river. Mainly suitable for the growing of quality crops such as table grapes, lucerne, dates and citrus under irrigation. Sheep does excellent as well. Climate in this area is of utmost importance to decide which crop will do well in this harsh climate for the economic viable production of quality products. Normally the area receives about 63mm of rain per annum, with most rainfall occurring mainly during autumn. The lowest rainfall is during June with the highest (20mm) during March. Average temperatures vary from 20 degrees C in July to 33.1 degrees in January. The region is the coldest during July when the mercury drops to 3.3 degrees on average during the night. About 9.14 of the acreage are arable and the extent is mountainous with no agricultural value. This area is sub divided into 11 paddocks irrigated by drip irrigation. The water usage rights are listed for 9.14 directly from the Orange River. Buildings consist of 2 houses, packing shed, workshop, implement shed and a 7 unit kampong for seasonal workers if needed. Situated in the North Western part of South Africa it has a peaceful atmosphere filled with beautiful river views, sunsets over the rugged mountain ranges and lovely surrounds as well as silent starry nights. Ideal as an awesome tourist destination as well. For sale at R3 500 000.00 including the irrigation system.
