Pickle Creek Irrigated Cropland

Located southeast of Larned is 302 +/- acres ready for new ownership. The farm is one-of-a-kind. A substantial water right, #17085, is used to pivot-irrigate 235 acres of fertile cropland. With a priority date in 1970, this perfected appropriation is proven for long-term productivity. 245 acre-feet is authorized at a flow rate of 850 gallons per minute. The drilled well hits water at 42 feet, drawing from the Arkansas River Sub-basin. There are 54.53 acres enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program; these grass corners pay an annual contract amount of $2,664.88 or $48.87 per acre. The CRP contract expires in 2038. There are roughly 4.5 acres planted to dryland wheat in the northwest corner and 7.5 acres in native grass/trees along the creek.

The soils are rich and fertile on this farm. The entire farm is prime Class II soils consisting of Farnum and Funmar loams, with 0 to 1% slopes. This farm lays nice and carries a weighted 60 NCCPI rating. This weighted average is above average for the area, coupled with ample water, which means significant yields year after year. Currently, 110 +/- irrigated acres are planted to wheat, and 125 +/- irrigated acres will be planted to a spring crop. Possession is subject to tenants’ rights; there is a written lease for a 1/3rd to 2/3rd crop share. All above-ground irrigation equipment is owned by the tenant; the sellers own and have maintained the irrigation well, the well pump, underground electric lines, water lines, and concrete pads.

This tract is in close proximity to multiple feed yards. There is a constant demand for quality water rights and feed silage to support the roughly 80,000 head of cattle that are fed daily. It goes without saying, this farm is right in the heart of pheasant county. The grass corners generate income but could also generate a hunting lease or great family memories. Don’t miss the opportunity to add this highly productive asset to your operation or family investment portfolio. To place a bid, contact the Listing Agent Sean Thomas (620) 712-2775 or SThomas@MidwestLandGroup.com.