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.
Delta River Ranch
$1,495,000
Nestled within Delta County, Colorado, the Delta River Ranch encompasses 74± acres of natural riverfront beauty. This idyllic property finds its place along half a mile of the world-famous Gunnison River. With senior water rights that date back generations, the ranch flourishes under the nurturing embrace of water, accented by old growth Cottonwoods and lush, irrigated meadows.
Slick Rock Ranch
$1,495,000
Welcome to Slick Rock Ranch in the beautiful Dolores River Valley of Egnar, Colorado. This expansive 198.46± acre two-parcel property is a riverside paradise. This property checks the boxes for that one-of-a-kind Colorado property you’ve been looking for – improvements in place, irrigation, water rights, direct river access and frontage, public lands access, and income potential.
Prados de Agua Rancho at Arrowhead Ranch
$1,449,135
The Prados de Agua Ranch, a sprawling masterpiece encompassing 322.03± acres of pristine South Park Colorado terrain. This ranch offers a gateway to privacy, huge views and natural splendor, conveniently accessed via Colorado's Highway 9, setting the stage for a lifetime retreat like no other.
Nelson Farm
$1,350,000
Productive Olathe farmland with 5,814± square foot luxury home and 50’x125’ shop. 74± acres with 66.9± shares of UVWUA irrigation water including upgraded concrete ditches and gated pipe.
Navajo River Confluence
$1,300,000
Navajo River Confluence Ranch (195+/- acres) is a hidden diamond in southern Colorado. This beautiful piece of ground sits just south of Pagosa Springs, bringing unbridled beauty and a sense of seclusion while only being a short drive from one of Colorado’s finest towns.
Dolores County Ranch
$699,000
Not only is this a great hunting ranch, but it also offers residual income from farming - winter wheat and saflour.
Little Cimarron Ranch
$689,000
Sitting 22 miles east of Montrose, Colorado near Blue Mesa Reservoir is the Little Cimarron Ranch. The Little Cimarron Creek transverses throughout the ranch’s borders. Encompassing 65± acres with a varied topography of meadowed bottoms, giant old-growth cottonwoods, and pine trees.
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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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