Agriculture
M4 Ranch Group is proud to represent some of the top Colorado agriculture & farm land for sale. Income producing properties, water rights, and large acreage. M4 Ranch Group can find the Colorado ranch that fits your agriculture needs.
Forest Park Ranch
$16,000,000
2,214.58± meticulous kept acreage, bordering 6,200± acres of USFS lands, habitat enhancement, 9± miles of crowned and enhanced main roads, 31± miles of secondary roads, erosion mitigation, habitat enhancement, no conservation easement, seasonal senior water rights, stunning wildlife, and an exceptional luxury estate creates a ranch offering rarely seen in the ranching world, this is “Forest Park Ranch”.
Horsefly Mesa Ranch
$15,149,000
Horsefly Mesa Ranch covers 1,525± deeded acres of majestic mountain property. The area is vast and mostly untouched giving way to great opportunities for hunting and grazing. Mckenzie Creek, Dripping Vat Creek, and East Fork Horsefly Creek run through the ranch giving excellent water supply for ponds, wildlife, and livestock.
Arrowhead Ranch
$13,178,320
Arrowhead Ranch is an outdoorsman’s paradise with four magnificent Heritage Ranches that can be bought individually or as a whole. Superbly located in Central Colorado, Arrowhead is ideal for ranchers, outdoor enthusiasts, anglers, and hunters alike. Nearly seven miles of trout stream meander through the idyllic grassland plateau with picturesque snow-capped peaks surrounding you.
River Mountain Ranch
$11,970,000
The mighty Rio Grande River is the heart and soul of the River Mountain Ranch. This Colorado live water ranch is an exclusive one-of-a-kind property located in Rio Grande County, Colorado. The ranch sits on the western edge of the San Luis Valley, the largest alpine valley in the world. A rarity for river ranches, this ranch includes acreage along both sides of the Rio Grande River.
Tomichi Dome Hunting Ranch
$7,950,000
Welcome to the extraordinary Tomichi Dome Hunting Ranch, a captivating property nestled in the heart of ranch paradise. This premier ranch estate spans an impressive 20 acres of lush, irrigated pasture, providing an ideal haven for wildlife enthusiasts and avid hunters alike.
Mckenzie Creek Ranch
$7,649,000
Mckenzie Creek Ranch is 765± acres of mostly undeveloped acreage. The topography of the ranch varies with spectacular views of the Dallas Divide. The ranch is completely fenced, and a set of corrals is already in place. Mckenzie Creek Ranch is in game management unit 62, which consists of 30% private land ownership and 70% public land ownership. Unit 62 is over-the-counter elk tags and draw for Mule deer.
Stagecoach Crossing Ranch at Arrowhead Ranch
$7,140,910
Stagecoach Crossing Ranch offers an extremely unique setting for the Rocky Mountain west, with huge expanse of 2,046± deeded acres, and 460± state leased acres. The ranch is nestled in the historic South Park Plateau, a true testament to the rugged resilience of the American Frontier.
Pleasant View Ranch
$6,720,000
Introducing Pleasant View Ranch - Nestled in the picturesque Tomichi Creek Valley, Pleasant View Ranch is a balanced farm and ranch property spanning 960± deeded acres. With its prime location just 23 miles east of Gunnison, Colorado, and elevations ranging from 8600 ft to 9500 ft, this property offers a serene and captivating setting.
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Farm Land For Sale in Colorado
Farming vs. Ranching
To an outsider, all agriculture might look the same, but to those who base their livelihoods on it, farming and ranching couldn’t be more different. Sure, both ventures involve taking a plot of land and working it to create a sustainable business, but there are some fundamental differences distinguishing the two. If you’re searching for farm land for sale in Colorado, it’s important to understand the distinction.
Farming typically incorporates some kind of food crop, in which vast acreages of land are tilled, planted, irrigated, and harvested. The crops produced or “produce” are sold at going market rates to distributors for stores, export, or even seed. If livestock are involved they are usually pasture-raised animals such as pigs, chickens, sheep, or other livestock in which the meat of the animal is a secondary product of farming. Chickens provide eggs, cows produce milk, and sheep produce wool. Our Colorado farms for sale will provide you with the land you need for your agricultural needs.
Ranching, on the other hand, usually incorporates larger livestock on a free-range environment. With cattle especially, large tracts of uncultivated land can be used to graze the animals until they are ready to harvest. Keeping the animals moving, safe from predators, and managing the land so that they have access to clean water and ample vegetation to graze is what keeps a rancher occupied throughout most of the day. Maintaining fencing, keeping track of animals that have wandered off, and even some veterinary work, from artificial insemination to treating injuries are also on the to-do list. Ranches might supplement their profits with cash crops such as hay or alfalfa fields, but these are not the primary reason for managing the ranch.
It’s All About Location
Not all land is suitable for farming, and not all land is good for ranching. Farms rely on arable land, which means reliable water sources such as rivers or at the very least consistent rainfall. Ranches require a different type of land as well, which means room for livestock to roam, access to clean water, water rights, and a place that is free from hazards that could harm the animals. Typography is important for both since farms require vast, flat areas where irrigation can be effective, and ranches are best suited to areas without hazards such as cliffs or raging rivers that could hurt cattle or horses. M4 Ranch group has a wide variety of Colorado farms for sale and Colorado ranches for sale that meet all the criteria that you need for a sustainable agricultural ranch.
Colorado Farms for Sale
It is important to do your research before making any decisions when it comes to purchasing farm land for sale in Colorado. That’s why M4 Ranch Group is here to help. We’ve been working with prospective landowners for 30 years, providing the best brokering experience for our clients. So, before you make the leap to getting a piece of land and starting your own Colorado farm or ranch, talk to one of our brokers today! We can help you through the process and get you the best land for your next venture.
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