Location
Property is located on the northwest corner of the intersection of Pond Road and Melcher Road in McFarland, Kern County, CA.
Size
+/-77.27 Assessed Acres
Plantings
Property is planted to the following almond varieties:
North Block: ±35.9 acres of 50/50 Nonpareil almond and Monterey almond varieties on Hybrid rootstock, planted in 2018.
South Block: ±38.4 acres of 50/50 Nonpareil almond and Monterey almond varieties on Nemaguard rootstock, planted in 2016.
Water
The property benefits from surface water access through the South San Joaquin Municipal Utility District (SSJMUD), with delivery available near the northwest corner of Pond Road and Melcher Road.
In addition, the property is supported by one (1) deep agricultural well located just east of the reservoir with a total depth of approximately 980 feet and equipped with a 60 HP electric motor.
Soil
The property features Grade 1 – Excellent Soil:
99.7% McFarland Loam
0.3% Panoche, clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Legal
Kern County APN: 521-130-11-00
Groundwater Disclosure
Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) requires groundwater basins to be sustainable by 2040. SGMA may limit groundwater pumping. For more information, please visit the SGMA website at https://water.ca.gov/programs/groundwater-management/sgma-groundwater-management.
The Buyer is responsible for conducting their own research to verify all information related to groundwater and surface water resources, including availability, usage rights, and potential restrictions.
Remarks
This well-maintained almond orchard represents a strong investment opportunity, with trees planted in 2016 and 2018 now in their prime production years. Situated on excellent soils, the ranch has been carefully managed with quality plantings and strong water infrastructure, the property is well-suited for both investors and owner-operators seeking a turnkey operation in a desirable agricultural area.
The 2026 crop is included, subject to reimbursement of cultural costs.
