A rare opportunity to secure one of South Canterbury’s most significant rural assets, 'Dalmore Farm' is an expansive and highly developed 843 hectare farming enterprise combining scale, diversity and proven performance with further potential for dairy development with 780 hectares consented effluent discharge area.
Multi-Income Rural Powerhouse
This outstanding property delivers an integrated business model, featuring:
- High-performing 1,200 cow dairy operation (consented for 1,500 cows); producing 710,000kgMS three year average
- Dairy support and beef finishing
- Commercial feed production mill
- Horticulture enterprise with processing and trading capability
- Established horticulture, arable and feed supplement production
- Cool storage facility
- Substantial infrastructure supporting multiple income streams
Exceptional Dairy Infrastructure
- Modern 60 bail rotary dairy shed
- Large-scale 1,200 cow herd barn
- Calf rearing facilities for up to 800 calves
- Proven production - three year average 710,000kgMS
Irrigated & Self-Contained
The property benefits from extensive irrigation systems including:
- 11 centre pivots, spray irrigation and solid set sprinklers
- Reliable water from multiple consented bores
- Property irrigation and effluent consent coverage
Premium Processing & Support Infrastructure
- Commercial feed mill with 450 tonne grain storage plus a 40 tonne mineral silo
- High-capacity blast freezer, chiller and cool storage
- Potato storage facilities and horticultural infrastructure
- Multiple implement sheds, workshops and certified weighbridge
Housing & Staff Facilities
Well-appointed accommodation includes:
- Four modern homes (2009 - 2024 builds)
- Four additional quality homes
- 2 x single-person quarters
Strategic Investment Opportunity
'Dalmore Farm' stands out with diverse revenue streams and potential leasing options across its processing facilities. The scale, infrastructure and proven performance provide a compelling opportunity for corporate, institutional or progressive farming investors.
Plus GST (if any)
Formal Expressions of Interest Considered on or before 1.00pm Thursday 24 September 2026
