Douglas Pivot Irrigated Farm

Douglas Pivot Irrigated Farm is a 171 acre irrigated farm for sale near Wheatland in Platte County, Wyoming featuring 70 irrigated acres served by the Wheatland Irrigation District. Irrigation is provided by a Valley 5 tower pivot with a 100 foot end gun delivering reliable water to the irrigated portion of the property. Historically planted in sugar beets and corn silage, the irrigated acreage has produced approximately 35 tons of sugar beets per acre or 20 to 25 tons of corn silage in strong production years. This production history reflects the strength of irrigated agriculture in Platte County and the reliability of water delivered through the Wheatland Irrigation District. The farm has historically commanded approximately $175 per acre cash rent, offering potential agricultural income for investors or producers looking to expand their irrigated acreage. Located near the Chug Creek drainage, the property regularly sees deer and migrating geese, providing wildlife viewing and seasonal goose hunting opportunities in addition to agricultural productivity. The property also includes a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom farmhouse built in 1910 with approximately 1920 square feet of living space. Wheatland maintains a strong rental market, particularly for homes located in the country outside of town, providing potential residential rental income depending on future occupancy arrangements. Douglas Pivot Irrigated Farm offers a combination of productive irrigated farmland, agricultural income potential, wildlife presence, and rural living near Wheatland in Platte County, Wyoming. This property is co-listed with Scott Leach, Mason Morse Ranch Company FAQ Section How many acres does Douglas Pivot Irrigated Farm include? The property consists of approximately 171 acres located near Wheatland in Platte County, Wyoming. How many acres are irrigated? The farm includes 80 irrigated acres served by the Wheatland Irrigation District. What irrigation system is used on the property? Irrigation is provided by a Valley 5 tower pivot equipped with a 100 foot end gun. What crops have historically been grown on the farm? The property has historically been planted in sugar beets and corn silage. What production levels have historically been achieved? In strong production years the farm has produced approximately 35 tons of sugar beets per acre or 20 to 25 tons of corn silage per acre. Is the farm currently leased? Historically the irrigated ground has been cash rented for approximately $175 per acre. House is rented with excellent tenants. Wheatland has a strong rental market and the demand for rural rentals is high. Is there a home on the property? Yes. The property includes a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom farmhouse with approximately 1,800 square feet of living space. Is there rental income potential from the home? Wheatland has historically maintained a strong rental market, especially for rural homes outside of town, providing potential residential rental income depending on future occupancy arrangements. Is there hunting on the property? The property lies near the Chug Creek drainage where deer and migrating geese regularly travel through the area.