Lucerne and Livestock Farm – Seekoegatsdrift, Ladismith Region | 338ha

Situated just 10 minutes from Ladismith in the sought-after Seekoegatsdrift agricultural area, this exceptional 338-hectare farming unit is renowned for its high-quality lucerne and lucerne seed production. The property comprises 10 title deeds and offers a well-developed irrigation system, fertile soils, and strong income potential from diversified operations.

Location & Climate
The Seekoegatsdrift region forms part of the picturesque Klein Karoo, known for its clear skies, mild winters, and warm summers. The climate is semi-arid with average annual rainfall of approximately 200–300 mm, falling mainly in the transition seasons. Deep, sandy-loam soils and the region’s dry air create excellent conditions for lucerne, vineyards, and livestock farming. Natural vegetation consists mainly of hardy Succulent Karoo shrubs, thorn trees, and vleiriet, providing valuable grazing for cattle and kudu along the riverbanks.

Water & Irrigation
Of the total land, 59 ha are registered with the Buffelsrivier Irrigation Board, including 4.3 ha of Colombar vineyard. The farm uses flood irrigation. The water is supplied by the Groot River and is stored in 3 dams. The Groot River flows through the property for approximately 2 kilometres. Water is available three point five days out of every nine days at a rate of 2 m³ per second. All irrigation lands have been laser-levelled to optimise water efficiency. The soil is a deep, sandy loam — ideal for lucerne cultivation.
A single borehole provides domestic water for the houses, gardens, and livestock. There are no storage dams currently in use, but the river system offers dependable flow. Yearly the farm receives 3 water cycles from the Floriskraaldam. Registered water rights available on request.

Production
Lucerne
• Average stand age: ± 5 years
• Yield: ± 15 tons / ha / year
• Price range: R3 000 – R5 000 per ton

Lucerne Seed
• Annual production: ± 7.5 tons per season
• Average price: R100 per kg

Colombar Vineyard
• 4.3 ha under vines
• Grapes delivered to Suid-Kaap Wingerde in Ladismith
• Vineyards young, full production: approximately 100ton

Livestock
The farm currently supports 48 Hereford cows and 1 bull, but can easily sustain up to 200 GVE. The Groot River section provides excellent grazing, complemented by the natural vleitjiesriet and thorn-tree vegetation along the riverbanks.

Infrastructure
• Main homestead: ± 350 m² | 3 bedrooms | 1 bathroom
• Manager’s house: ± 350 m² | 4 bedrooms
• Cottage: 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom | income potential
• 9 staff cottages
• Open shed ± 380 m²
• Closed shed ± 350 m²
• 2 lock-up garages

Approximately 90% of the property is fenced, including two 100-ha inner camps for effective livestock management.

Additional Features
• Excellent views towards the Swartberg and Touwsberg Mountain
• Two-kilometre River frontage
• Strong income diversification (lucerne, seed, cattle, vineyard)
• Additional rental income from the cottage and secondary house

For Sale at R18 000 000 (excluding VAT)
The seller is VAT-registered.