This property serves as a solid foundation for both row-crop and forage production, making it an ideal acquisition for owner-operators or investors seeking diverse, high-value income streams. With over a decade of certified history, this established management makes the land perfectly positioned to capitalize on the surging global demand for organic crops and premium livestock.

Proven Soil Health & Production

With over a decade of meticulous organic management, this land offers exceptional soil health and immediate access to premium organic markets. By bypassing the difficult three-year organic transition period, the new owner can capitalize on higher margins from day one.

Rotation History: A disciplined 10-year rotation of Winter Wheat, Dry Edible Beans, and Alfalfa, including strategic fallow periods.

Future Potential: Rich, nutrient-dense soil capable of supporting a wide variety of high-demand organic produce.

Irrigation: Offers flexible options for future irrigation development to further enhance farming and hay yields.

Irrigation Development Potential

A significant advantage for future productivity is the proven potential for irrigation.

Proven Hydrology: Test wells were performed in 2019, confirming the land's suitability for irrigation.

Permit History: Following the tests, the SD-DENR Water Rights Program issued two construction permits (#2800-2 and #2801-2) for irrigation wells covering both quarters of the property.

Current Status: While the wells were not constructed and the original permits have since expired, this history provides a strong roadmap for a new owner.

Opportunity: A buyer can re-apply through the SD-DENR to secure new permits, utilizing the 2019 data to significantly de-risk the development process.

Strategic Cattle & Forage Production

This property is uniquely positioned for a premium organic beef or cow-calf operation. With 10+ years of organic certification, the land bypasses the costly three-year transition period, allowing you to market organic-certified livestock.

Integrated Grazing: The existing rotation of alfalfa and small grains provides high-quality organic forage and cover-crop grazing opportunities.

Soil Synergy: Running cattle on this ground enhances the "closed-loop" organic system, with natural fertilization boosting future row-crop yields.

Market Advantage: Capitalize on the surging demand for organic-certified, grass-fed beef with a land base that meets the strictest USDA organic pasture requirements.

Utilities & Infrastructure

The property is well-positioned for a cattle operation or a future homestead, offering significant savings in development costs:

Power: A significant value-add is the existing on-site power provided by Cherry-Todd Electric Coop, saving the buyer thousands in utility development costs, providing a turn-key solution for residential or agricultural power needs.

Water: Infrastructure includes one windmill and one submersible well. Note: As the land has been dedicated to organic dry-land farming for the past 10 years, these wells have remained unused and untested during that time. They are offered "as-is."

Recreation & Lifestyle

Hunting: Excellent hunting opportunities with populations of Whitetail deer, Mule deer, Pheasants, Grouse and Wild Turkey in the area.

Investment Highlights

Total Acreage: 320 Acres

Status: Certified Organic (10+ Years)

Location: Todd County, SD (Proximate to Crookston, NE)

Use Case: Dry-land Farming, Cattle Grazing, Homestead, or Investment.

Legal Descriptions:

PARCEL ID 03A.30.14.1000 - NE1/4; Section 14, T35N, R30W; 160 ACRES

PARCEL ID 03A.30.14.2000 - NW1/4; Section 14, T35N, R30W; 160 ACRES

Land Details:

Address: 266th Ave, Crookston, NE 69212, USA

Location: Todd County, SD (~7 miles North of Crookston, NE)

Total Acres: 320.00

Deeded Acres: 320.00

Tillable/Crop/Acres: 312

Zoning: Agriculture

Topography: Level to Rolling

Vegetation: Organic crop residue, and native grass

Income Type: Farming and Ranching

Estimated Taxes: $2,200 combined - 2024

Property Location: From Crookston, NE Head North and turn West 2 1/4 miles past the state line on 303rd St., then West 3 miles to 266th Avenue, then south 1 1/4 miles. Property is on the west side of the road

Existing Well Information: well#1 - 1985 at 240ft well#2 - NA