Farm/Ranch in Harney County, Oregon
Nestled in the heart of Eastern Oregon, this farm/ranch in Harney County enjoys a prime location approximately a quarter mile off Hwy 78. Situated just 25 minutes east of the town of Burns and a mere 5 minutes west of Crane, this property capitalizes on the proximity to these two distinct Oregon communities.
The farm’s strategic position between these two distinct locales, Burns and Crane, offers not only operational convenience but also access to essential services, cultural experiences, and the timeless allure of Eastern Oregon’s natural beauty. This property, with its array of amenities and operational efficiency, perfectly encapsulates the harmonious blend of agriculture and community that defines this picturesque corner of the state.
This Eastern Oregon farm/ranch in Harney County comprises 720 acres of deeded land, the farm features 572+/- acres under efficient irrigation facilitated by 5 Reinke pivots, supported by a network of 4 irrigation wells. The cultivated acreage is thoughtfully allocated, with approximately 500+/- acres dedicated to alfalfa with 250+/- acres planted to new Alfalfa in 2023 and 72+/- acre of tritcale in the fall of 2023. The irrigation infrastructure is notably advanced, incorporating an “On Trac” radio system across all pivots, which proactively alerts owners via mobile notifications in the event of any shutdowns, effectively mitigating downtime and operational disruptions.
This property’s enhancements encompass a modest metal workshop, complete with a concrete floor, a secure storage container, and a generously sized gravel-paved expanse ideally purposed for hay storage. Evidencing a commitment to security and functionality, the property is fully enclosed by perimeter fencing, with supplementary utility derived from 2 additional stock wells.
Yielding a considerable output, this farm/ranch in Harney County consistently yields between 2,250 to 2,500 tons of hay. Benefitting from its strategic positioning between the localities of Burns and Crane, this property offers both operational efficiency and geographical advantage.
ACREAGE:
720 deeded acres consisting of the following:
572 +/- acres pivot irrigated
146 +/- acres pivot corners, roads & open ground
2 +/- acres improvements & haystack yard
CROPS:
500 +/- acres planted in alfalfa hay (250+/- ac planted in 2023)
72 +/- acres planted in triticale
IRRIG. EQUIP:
2 – Turbine pumps
2 – Submersible pump with variable speed & soft start
4 – approx. ¼ mile Reinke Pivots installed in 2009
1 – approx. ¼ mile Reinke Pivot to be installed in 2022
WELLS:
4 – irrigation wells
2 – stock well
WATER RIGHTS:
Certificate # Priority Date Acres
94462 May 29, 2008 715.2
IMPROVEMENTS:
1 – 864 sqft metal shop with concrete floor
1 – storage container
TAXES: $4,466.76 (2022/2023
