Mérida Country Land

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
A unique opportunity to acquire a magnificent 520-hectare estate in the heart of the Extremadura dehesa. This property is the perfect investment for professionals in the livestock and farming sector, investors seeking high returns through various uses, or those who wish to own a true natural paradise in the province of Badajoz.

DETAILED TECHNICAL SHEET:
- Total Area: 520 hectares.
- Composition: High-quality holm oak and cork oak dehesa, plus arable land for planting.
- Location: Province of Badajoz, Extremadura.
- Property Type: Rustic estate for livestock, agriculture, and hunting.
- Water Resources: Abundant water guaranteed year-round thanks to 3 fully operational, legalized boreholes.
- Livestock Facilities (Swine):
• 3 fully equipped and functional pig fattening barns, capable of intensive, high-yield production.
• Handling facilities (alleys, pens) to facilitate livestock management.
- Buildings:
• Main farmhouse: Traditional home with Extremaduran character, ideal as a main residence, caretaker’s house, or for conversion into rural tourism accommodation.
• Additional barns: Spacious buildings for storing machinery, feed, and other agricultural equipment.
- Forestry Uses:
• Cork Production: Estimated harvest of approximately 500 quintals of high-quality cork, generating significant periodic income.
- Organization: The estate is excellently structured and organized into several fenced areas with well-maintained livestock wire fences, allowing efficient pasture and livestock management.
- Hunting Use:
• Private and registered small game hunting reserve, abundant in native species such as red partridge, rabbit, and hare.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE OPERATION:
1. The Land: A Productive Ecosystem
The 520 hectares mainly consist of a classic Extremaduran dehesa, with mature holm and cork oaks providing shade and top-quality acorns for livestock fattening. The arable land complements the estate, allowing cereal or forage planting for self-sufficiency.

2. Livestock Operation: Ready to Produce
The estate’s strong point is its livestock infrastructure. The 3 pig fattening barns are designed for efficient production and comply with current regulations. Handling facilities and fenced sectors make daily work agile and productive for swine, sheep, or cattle.

3. Key Resources: Water and Cork
The guaranteed water supply from the 3 boreholes is an invaluable asset in the current climate, ensuring the operation’s viability without relying on external factors. Meanwhile, cork production represents a direct, secure, and high-value income source, with a planned harvest of 500 quintals highlighting the quality and maturity of its cork oak forest.

4. Buildings: Living and Working
The farmhouse, with its rustic charm, offers habitable space in the heart of nature. Along with the storage barns, it forms a functional hub that centralizes all estate operations.

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY:
This estate is not just a property; it is a running business with multiple demonstrable income streams:
- Intensive pig farming.
- Cork sales.
- Hunting income (lease of the reserve or own exploitation).
- Possibility to apply for and receive CAP (Common Agricultural Policy) subsidies.
- Potential development of rural tourism and outdoor leisure activities.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- Access: Good road and path access in good condition up to the estate.
- Availability: Immediate.
- Conditions: The property is transferred free of encumbrances and leases.