R8,295,000
Situated in the midst of some of the Boesmanland`s best sheep farms, this particular 6595 hectare farm is known in the area as one of the farms which enjoy a higher rainfall than the average of the area. With a carrying capacity of 1/39 LSU, an economical viable extensive small stock operation is possible and with good farming practice the farm carry about 1,000 ewes. This area produce extremely sought after quality meat and lamb. The vegetation is diverse and consists mainly of various Boesman grasses, succulents, shrubs and large patches of ganna bush support a higher carrying capacity acting as a drought resistance buffer during periods of low rainfall. Although the average rainfall for Kenhardt district is approximately 75 mm per annum, rainfall data obtained on this farm for the period 2000 – 2012 shows an average rainfall of 147 mm which is substantially higher than the average of the area. Rainfall occurs during the months of December (19,0mm), January (39,5mm), February (27.6mm) and March (61,2mm). Building infrastructure is a spacious 4 bedroom dwelling in good repair fitted with solar power, 2 stores, stable, fodder room and one labourer’s house.Other infrastructure is the perimeter fencing consisting of (14 wires) which is electrified. The farm is divided in 14 camps with more than sufficient water derived from 5 boreholes (3 wind pumps and 2 solar pumps) which supply water to 7 reservoirs and troughs evenly spread across the entire farm. There are also several earth dams for additional water supply. Various sheep handling facilities are in good repair. This is a well-managed unit with well-maintained infrastructure and pristine veldt. Farms of this size are seldom offered for sale in this region. The combination of size, location, topography (plains, hills and leegtes), variety of vegetation, abundant water and sufficient infrastructure, makes this farm suitable as an economically viable sheep unit. For the prize of R8,295,000.00 you can be the proud owner of this Boesmanland farm, including some small stock. (numbers to be negotiated with owner).
