166Ha Farm For Sale in Ifafa Beach

Situated on the scenic KZN South Coast in Ifafa, Comptondale Farm spans 166.9 hectares and boasts a rich history and diversified agricultural practices. This family-run farm was initially acquired in 1999 as a sugar farm and has since expanded into a thriving macadamia operation.

Farm Details
- Total Area: 166.9 hectares
- Macadamia Orchards:
- 103.3 hectares planted
- 63.8 hectares between 6 and 18 years currently harvested
- 39.5 hectares between 4 and 5 years coming into production next year
- Estimated crop for 2024: 120 tons DIS with a 20% price increase from last year


Location
The KZN South Coast is renowned globally as one of the premier macadamia production regions, if not the world. According to the Macadamia Summer 2022 article.

Irrigation & Water Resources
- Dams:
- Top dam: gravity-run scheme, irrigates 30 hectares without the need for ESKOM
- Bottom dam: state-of-the-art pump scheme irrigates 73.3 hectares
- Equipment: energy-efficient VSD pumps, automatic flushing disc filters, radio-controlled level sensors, modern fail-safe switchgear
- Moisture management: Irricheck moisture probes for precise irrigation scheduling

Additional Crops
- Sugar Cane:
- 36 hectares planted
- Delivered to Sezela Mill
- Room for expansion without delays (no current cane supply agreement with ILLOVO SUGAR SEZELA)

Infrastructure
- Manager’s House: 175 square meters, three bedrooms
- Shed: 360 square meters, equipped with a 2 lane Dehusker, drying bins, processing plant, and a large 380 volt diesel generator
- Workshop & Fertilizer Shed: 200 square meters, surrounded by an electric fence
- Staff Accommodation: Housing for 30 people

Equipment
The farm is sold as a going concern with all necessary machinery and equipment, including:
- Tractors
- Trailers
- Mist blower
- Mulcher
- Gyro mower
- 4WD farm van

Business Affiliations
- Macadamias: Shareholders of Mayo Macs, supplying the paddock factory
- Land Claim Status: Land claim free, with relevant documents provided

This exceptional farm combines tradition with modern agricultural practices, making it a prime investment opportunity for those seeking to enter or expand in the lucrative macadamia industry.

Please note the following important information regarding this property:

All details pertaining to this listing are strictly confidential and will only be shared with individuals who meet specific buyer qualifications. Interested parties must submit the following documentation:

FICA COMPLIANCE:

A completed FICA (Financial Intelligence Centre Act) document is required.

PROOF OF FUNDS

A letter from your financial advisor confirming that you have sufficient free funds available to purchase the property.

PROOF OF IDENTIFICATION:

Valid identification must be provided.

NON_DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT:

All potential buyers must sign a non-disclosure agreement to ensure the protection of confidential information.

CONFIDENTIALITY AND VIEWING POLICY

The seller is dedicated to keeping all business information, including financial details, strictly confidential of all business related information and maintain discretion to prevent any other related parties from becoming aware of the sale ie employees, customers, etc.

Errors and omissions to be accepted as all information is correct to the best of my knowledge. Please note this price does not include vat. If you are a vat vendor it would then be a zero-rated transaction.

All viewings are by appointment only. WhatsApp or call Liz or Cassidy today

This farm offers a rare chance to own a productive macadamia farm with substantial growth potential. Contact us to arrange a viewing.