Consolidation of farming operation creates spectacular opportunity near the tranquil and idyllic Manawatu township of Apiti, this property is sure to appeal. Currently run as a Dairy Unit, this 167 ha (413 acres) property, (Subject to Survey) plus approx. 16 ha river accretion, has the potential for a multitude of applications. Fenced into approx. 50 paddocks, with a combination of conventional and 2 wire electric, the milking platform has a Herringbone Double Pit Dairy shed, with a 36 and 20 aside configuration. Metaled stock races allow for easy movement around the farm. Contour is approx. 115 ha (285 ac) flat and comprises a mix of Kopane and Kiwitea Loam soils which could lend themselves to dairying, stock finishing or cropping, with potato's grown in past. The balance is a mix of contours. Average production of between 120,000 and 140,000 kgs/ms with crops of Fodder Beet, Chow and Lucerne being grown. Average annual Rainfall of roughly 1200mm , 270 replacement calves are also reared on farm. Farming policy includes regressing 10 -15 % annually with 150 kgs DAP being applied annually. This property also has a two-stand woolshed, with 3 bay Implement attached.
Also, a larger decommissioned woolshed currently is used to rear calves but could quite easily be reconfigured. Water is supplied by natural springs, self-articulating to paddocks. Ideal for the recreational hunter / gatherer, with many a nice fish being caught in the Oroua River which borders the property. A nice stand of native bush also complements the property. There are options to consider with this farm be sure to investigate.