Investment Opportunity: Prime 1,478.25-Acre Row Crop Farm in Madison Parish, LA
Property Overview:
Location: Quebec Road, Madison Parish, Louisiana
Size: 1,478.25 acres
Listing Price: $11,500,000
Land Use: 96.4% tillable cropland (approximately 1,425 acres)
Irrigation Systems:
Center Pivot Irrigation: 570 acres irrigated by 3 Valley 8000 center pivots powered by John Deere units.
Row Fall Irrigation: 685 acres irrigated through advanced row fall systems.
Water Infrastructure: 7 turbine wells and 16 risers ensuring consistent and efficient water supply.
Soil Composition:
Primary Soil Types:
Class III Sharkey Clay: Renowned for excellent drainage and high fertility, ideal for row crops.
Class II Soils: Covering 7% of cropland, enhancing soil versatility.
Precision Grading: 351 acres precision graded with additional land formed for optimal irrigation efficiency.
Irrigation Information:
Center Pivots:
Models: Valley 8000
Lengths: 1,450’, 1,450’, and 1,780’ with end guns for maximum coverage.
Condition: Excellent, with well-maintained John Deere power units.
Row Fall Systems: Efficiently irrigate 685 acres, supporting diverse crop rotations.
County Farm Service Administration (FSA) Yield
Information:
Corn:
Yield: 160 bushels per acre
Market Price (2024): $4.88 per bushel
Soybeans:
Yield: 52 bushels per acre
Market Price (2024): $11.55 per bushel
Additional Income: Estimated government assistance payments at $15 per acre
Demographics & Market Analysis:
Madison Parish Population: Approximately 12,093 (2010 Census)
Economic Dependence: Heavily reliant on agriculture and agribusiness.
Population Trends: Slight decline, with around 37% living below the poverty line, highlighting the potential for agricultural investment and community development.
Local Economy: Strong support for farming operations with minimal competition in the row crop segment.
Employment: Predominantly agricultural, providing a stable labor pool for farm operations.
Nearest Grain Cooperative:
Location: Approximately 8 miles west of Lake Bruin
Facility: Well-equipped grain handling and storage facilities, ensuring efficient processing and distribution of harvested crops.
Highest and Best Use:
Primary Use: Continued use for high-yield row crop farming.
Potential Uses:
Agricultural Production: Optimal for corn and soybean cultivation.
Livestock Grazing: With extensive pasture lands, suitable for cattle or other livestock.
Future Development: Possibility for agribusiness expansion or value-added agricultural processing facilities.
Canal & Water Management:
Water Sources: One relift from Despair Lake.
Drainage Systems: Effective drainage ditches reducing flood risks and managing excess water efficiently.
Flood Zone: 65% of the property is in a flood hazard area, but current infrastructure ensures minimal impact on farming operations.
Location Information:
Accessibility:
Road Access: Frontage on Quebec Road, a publicly maintained asphalt road, with easy connections to Highway 80 and Interstate 20.
Transportation: Convenient access for transporting crops to nearby markets and cooperatives.
Proximity to Amenities: Close to major amenities in Madison Parish and regional centers, facilitating operational logistics and quality of life for farm personnel.
Overview of Farming Needs & Investment Potential:
Operational Efficiency: Established irrigation systems and precision-graded fields reduce operational costs and increase crop yields.
Market Demand: High demand for row crops like corn and soybeans ensures steady income streams.
Investment Growth: Limited supply of high-quality, irrigated farmland in Madison Parish presents significant appreciation potential.
Sustainability: Robust water management systems and fertile soil support sustainable farming practices, appealing to environmentally conscious investors.
Income Stability: Diversified income through crop production and potential government assistance payments provides financial stability and risk mitigation.
Additional Income: Wind energy contract in place to provide future additional income stream.
Tax Benefits: Low property taxes at $2.72 per acre, significantly below neighboring states, enhancing overall investment returns.
LISTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH UC WILDLIFE LAND GROUP
CONTACT: Jay Davidson 337-780-1730 or J.W. Ross 903-491-1719