An operational Macadamia farm right after a Farmer’s heart, is situated in the Paddock farmers community. An excellent and established region for Macadamia tree cultivation, due to its warm, frost-free climate. t's a hub for high-quality Macadamia production, with some of the leading growers and exporters located here. The farm is 2km from Mayo Mac Factory where it delivers its crop. I has a gentle slope with 2 dams. The first dam is 75,000m³ with a concrete wall and an irrigation pump house with a Fertigation System. The second dam is 10,000m³ with a concrete wall and pump house, pumping water for domestic use, to the water purification plant and storing water in the 105 000 L reservoir.
The Macadamia trees vary from 6 to 24 years old. 7 ha Macadamia ranging from 20 to 24 years old, 3
Ha are 19 years old and 1.3ha are 6 years old, reaching full production in 2026. The varieties planted are 788; 816; 741 and Beaumont cultivars. It’s important for cross-pollination. The plant density is 400 trees / hectare. The annual return is an average of 47½ tons off 10 hectares over the past 8 years. Over the past 8 years, the farm has consistently supplied 5 tons / hectare to the factory, wet-in-shell. All 11.2 hectares of macadamias are under micro irrigation. There are 15 automatic valves and 7 irrigation blocks. The entire irrigation system is operated remotely. The irrigation system is linked to a fertigation tank with an injection pump, which is also operated remotely via an App. The soils are (TMS Glenrosa). It appears well suited for semi intensive and intensive agriculture. Located close to the dam, there is a chemical mixing shed, which includes a shower, toilet, and kitchen facilities. This shed also features a chemical storage room equipped with a mixing tank and pumps, encompassing a total area of 24m². Additionally, there is a generator shed covering an area of 8m², designed for a 110kw generator which is installed for the irrigation and the processing shed, for those unforeseen days. The farm runs on ESKOM electricity.
The 201m² dehusking plant offers a processing unit with 6 x 4 ton drying bins with full dehusking requirements. Attached is a shed and store of 83m², and an implement shelter of 92m². A staff ablution block is attached, 2 x 2 showers and toilets.
The farm is completely enclosed with game fencing, featuring a concrete strip at the base, 1.2m Bonnox fencing, and 6 strands of barbed wire extending to 2.1m, along with 22 strands of electrified wire. The nut area is secured with Bonnox fencing up to 1.2m and 6 strands of barbed wire reaching 2.1m, in addition to 20 strands of electrified wire.
The Main Farmhouse has undergone a meticulous restoration, achieving an excellent condition with modern finishes. It features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a lounge, dining room, kitchen with a scullery, and a laundry area with a totalling 252m². The sizable verandah is ideal to enjoy your morning coffees or hosting guests. A lock up double garage for your convenience and ample parking space for extra vehicles.
A 2 bedroom modern cottage is a few meters away, ideal for extended family or guests. With a beautiful view of the farm from the verandah. Covered parking for 2 vehicles.
Additional housing is on the other side of the dam. A renovated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom house with a carport. A second house with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom which requires some renovations.
There are 3 staff accommodation blocks. 1 with 6 rooms, a communal kitchen and laundry area and sheltered seating area. Detached is a large ablution block with 4 showers and toilets. The second accommodation block has 10 rooms, communal kitchen and laundry area, with ablution facilities. A third accommodation block has been added with 3 rooms, a TV room and a covered living porch.
All residences are protected by an electric fence.
Moveable assets:
· 2020 Isuzu Bakkie D-Max with diff lock
· 2021 Deutz-Fahr 4090.4E 4WD CAB Tractor
· 2019 Deutz-Fahr Agroplus Tractor
· 2019 Nobili Spray Rig 600 liter tank
· 2020 Tomcat Chipper
· 2020 Rovio Bio Mulch Spreader
· 2021 110kW Generator Cummins Motor
· ±1970 MF 135 Tractor
· ±1985 MF 240 Tractor
· 4m³ Tipper trailer
· Flat bed with rail sides trailer
· Grass slasher ? Grader Blade
· 13 Active Bee Hives
The seller is a VAT vendor, there will be VAT implications. The advertised price of R24 000 000.00 does not include VAT.
This farm provides a high-quality lifestyle experience on a charming country estate.
Contact Suzette van Wyk for a viewing of this spectacular Macadamia farm.
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