648 West Montagu Road

Woolnorth TAS 7330

Nutrien Harcourts Tasmania are pleased to present for sale Harcus Dairy, a large-scale premium dairy operation located in the Circular Head region of North West Tasmania, one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions.KEY INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS Originally part of the iconic Van Diemen's Land Company holdings and converted to dairy in the 1990s, Harcus Dairy continues to serve as a cornerstone of the region's agricultural production landscape. Comprising approximately 901.6 hectares (2,227 acres), the property is currently operated as a highly productive dairy enterprise. Currently leased to an A-grade dairy operator (expiring February 2027), generating a passing annual rental income of $1,140,090 (including GST). A demonstrated history of large-scale dairy operations, historically milking up to 2,100 cows at a stocking rate of 2.0-2.5* cows per arable hectare. Current operations are milking approximately 900 cows and surplus pasture is effectively utilised for dairy support. The current herd averages 430* kilograms of milk solids (MS) per cow, with a March-April calving system, strategically implemented to optimise winter feed efficiency. Benefitted by a reticulated water system servicing concrete troughs throughout, supplied by reliable, high-yield groundwater bores, ensuring consistent and secure water access. Excellent fit-for-purpose structural improvements and operational infrastructure include an 80-unit rotary dairy, extensive calf-rearing facilities, a central laneway system and reliable water supply sourced from high-yield groundwater bores. Accommodation includes four well maintained brick homes, along with workers' quarters featuring shared amenities to house up to nine personnel. Secure access via a sealed bitumen road, enhancing connectivity and year-round accessibility. Featuring predominantly flat sandy loam soils, ideal for winter milking and located in one of Australia's most reliable grass-growing regions, offering exceptional resilience and feed security. Topography is mostly level and complemented by hump and hollow drainage systems, ensuring efficient water runoff management. Benefitted by reliable high annual rainfall (average annual rainfall of 897* millimetres). Amid strong milk prices and a revitalised beef market, this asset presents a compelling opportunity for diversification and scale. Situated within one of Australia's key dairy regions, highly regarded for its productive fertile soils, reliable rainfall and temperate climate ensuring efficient pasture production and feed supply year-round. Close to major dairy processing facilities including Saputo (Smithton), Fonterra (Wynyard ) and Cadbury's (Burnie). Located in proximity to multiple key townships and cities, including Smithton (34* linear kilometres), Stanley (56* linear kilometres), Wynyard (101* linear kilometres), Burnie (120* linear kilometres), Devonport (167* linear kilometres), Launceston (265* linear kilometres) and Hobart (445* linear kilometres).FOR SALE BY EXPRESSION OF INTEREST