With an uplift in rural sales of late, this large 369.56-hectare dairy farm in the Galatea Valley is attracting significant interest.

The Troutbeck Road property offers scale, location and infrastructure for an owner-operator or investor seeking reliable returns.

Mostly flat and currently milking 1250 cows, it produced 484,973kg milk solids in 2023–24 with 52ha irrigated that season. Over winter, new irrigation infrastructure was installed, extending the irrigated area to 252ha.

The irrigators are fed from three bores, backed by a groundwater consent valid until September 2040. The improvement means production consistency and maximum returns from the outset for new owners.

Effluent systems have also been upgraded with lined and sealed storage ponds, new solids traps, hydrant distribution and travelling irrigator spreading. Effluent discharge consent for the 1250 cows is in place until 2038.

Infrastructure includes 36-aside and 40-aside herringbone dairy sheds, a full range of support buildings, five homes and a self-contained unit for staff accommodation. All accommodation is comfortable and Healthy Homes compliant.

The farm is run as a traditional spring-calving operation, with an excellent fertiliser history and practices that reflect the vendor’s focus on efficiency and productivity.

Consent longevity and recent improvements give a new owner confidence to farm sustainably and maximise production from their first season of ownership.

Positioned between Whakatāne and Rotorua, Galatea offers easy central North Island access and nearby lakes, rivers and wilderness recreation, while a welcoming rural community reinforces lifestyle appeal.

1035 Troutbeck Road, Galatea | Listed by: PGG WRIGHTSON
Tender closing November 21 at 4pm (unless sold prior)
Open day: Tuesday, November 4, 11am-1pm
Agent: Phil Goldsmith 027 494 1844