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MERWEVILLE: Western Cape income earning pomegranate and livestock farm
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This 43-hectare property is a working pomegranate farm. Situated just off the tarred R353, between Prins Albert Road and Merweville, it is easily accessible.
The main farming activity is the production of quality pomegranates, covering about 7 hectares of the acreage and securing a constant income with lower risks.
Water:
Irrigation water for the pomegranate orchards is per registered water usage rights in terms of the Water Act of 1998.
Water is pumped directly from the borehole with a capacity of 23,000 litres per hour, using a converted 7,5 KvA single phase transformer to power a 3-phase mono pump, through filters, from where it is reticulated all around the groves from the booster pump station to the various irrigation blocks. As a backup, a 3,75 KvA pump is fitted on another strong borehole.
Pomegranates:
Approximately 7 hectares of the acreage are planted with ‘Wonderful’ pomegranates to produce quality fruit for the international and local market.
Water and soil are the lifeblood of the agricultural industry, and its success depends on a variety of soil types and the management thereof. Pomegranates require a hot climate and plenty of water. For optimal production and vegetative growth, it was important to choose the cultivars that best suit the climate. Pomegranate trees have a long lifespan and can bear fruit for more than 30 years.
From a horticultural perspective, all the pomegranate orchards were well-established with correct soil preparation, while plant spacing, and drainage was well-planned. Most of the trees are trellised and were planted from 2008 till 2019. All the trees are in an excellent condition. The demand for quality pomegranates for the export market is still increasing, and there are areas on the farm that could be used to expand the existing orchards.
The pomegranates are watered by a double drip irrigation system. Picking is all done by hand and the fruit is packed in the pack shed on the farm. A 10KvA solar and inverter system supplies power to the packing equipment. When more power than the inverters can supply at a specific stage is needed, Eskom supply kicks in.
The pomegranates are packed and exported by Sonlia Packhouse in Wellington. About 90% is exported and the remaining 10% is sold fresh or as juice, on the local market.
Production is about 20 – 30 tonnes per hectare. Fresh fruit sells at about R25 per kilo.
Building infrastructure:
The spacious main house built in 1940 consists of 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, lounge, dining room, study, kitchen, TV room, and office and also boasts a large stoep. The house and swimming pool are situated in a lush garden with mature trees. A manager’s house, 2 labourer cottages, outbuildings, workshop, garage for 4 vehicles, tractor storage shed, poison room, packing shed and lean-to are all in good repair. A 2,2 KvA system supplies electricity for the house and other buildings.
The simplicity of the area, reflecting a true Karoo experience, can be enjoyed while gazing at the breath-taking, panoramic views of the typical Koup Karoo landscape and mountain ranges in the distance.
The seller is a VAT vendor. If the purchaser is also a VAT vendor, the sale could be a 0% VAT transaction.
This farm is offered at R4,230,000 excluding VAT.
This 43-hectare property is a working pomegranate farm. Situated just off the tarred R353, between Prins Albert Road and Merweville, it is easily accessible.
The main farming activity is the production of quality pomegranates, covering about 7 hectares of the acreage and securing a constant income with lower risks.
Water:
Irrigation water for the pomegranate orchards is per registered water usage rights in terms of the Water Act of 1998.
Water is pumped directly from the borehole with a capacity of 23,000 litres per hour, using a converted 7,5 KvA single phase transformer to power a 3-phase mono pump, through filters, from where it is reticulated all around the groves from the booster pump station to the various irrigation blocks. As a backup, a 3,75 KvA pump is fitted on another strong borehole.
Pomegranates:
Approximately 7 hectares of the acreage are planted with ‘Wonderful’ pomegranates to produce quality fruit for the international and local market.
Water and soil are the lifeblood of the agricultural industry, and its success depends on a variety of soil types and the management thereof. Pomegranates require a hot climate and plenty of water. For optimal production and vegetative growth, it was important to choose the cultivars that best suit the climate. Pomegranate trees have a long lifespan and can bear fruit for more than 30 years.
From a horticultural perspective, all the pomegranate orchards were well-established with correct soil preparation, while plant spacing, and drainage was well-planned. Most of the trees are trellised and were planted from 2008 till 2019. All the trees are in an excellent condition. The demand for quality pomegranates for the export market is still increasing, and there are areas on the farm that could be used to expand the existing orchards.
The pomegranates are watered by a double drip irrigation system. Picking is all done by hand and the fruit is packed in the pack shed on the farm. A 10KvA solar and inverter system supplies power to the packing equipment. When more power than the inverters can supply at a specific stage is needed, Eskom supply kicks in.
The pomegranates are packed and exported by Sonlia Packhouse in Wellington. About 90% is exported and the remaining 10% is sold fresh or as juice, on the local market.
Production is about 20 – 30 tonnes per hectare. Fresh fruit sells at about R25 per kilo.
Building infrastructure:
The spacious main house built in 1940 consists of 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, lounge, dining room, study, kitchen, TV room, and office and also boasts a large stoep. The house and swimming pool are situated in a lush garden with mature trees. A manager’s house, 2 labourer cottages, outbuildings, workshop, garage for 4 vehicles, tractor storage shed, poison room, packing shed and lean-to are all in good repair. A 2,2 KvA system supplies electricity for the house and other buildings.
The simplicity of the area, reflecting a true Karoo experience, can be enjoyed while gazing at the breath-taking, panoramic views of the typical Koup Karoo landscape and mountain ranges in the distance.
The seller is a VAT vendor. If the purchaser is also a VAT vendor, the sale could be a 0% VAT transaction.
This farm is offered at R4,230,000 excluding VAT.
Features
Zoning
Agricultural
Title
Freehold
Exterior
Security
Yes
Sizes
Floor Size
1,000m²
Land Size
43Ha
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Jan Bothma
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