Mac Berry Farms Limited is the 3 rd largest highbush blueberry farm in NS by far on 47 acres and the oldest in NS. 33 acres are not quite mature and will continue to grow. 8 acres average 4 years old (takes 15 years in NS for a bush to mature) and 2 acres are available to plant leaving 4 acres of 3 stocked ponds and buildings. We have 40+ bushes from 1944 which produce well-if pruned properly bushes will produce for well over 100 years. Production in 2022 was 133,000 pounds plus 15,000 lost to the hurricane for a total of 148,000. The 33 acres will produce another 10,000 pounds at maturity and the 8 acres of young bushes will produce 38,000 pounds at maturity (158,000 pounds x 24%) for a total of 196,000 possible pounds (divided by 85% to convert to pints -pints are lighter than a pound) or 231,000 pints which at an average of $3/pint total sales could be $693,000.More details
Welcome to 507 Willow Church Road in Tatamagouche NS! Dreaming of owning your own farm on 145 acres in one of the most sought-after communities in NS? Looking for a real estate investment that includes a well-maintained family home, road frontage on 2 separate roads, fields including fenced in pastures and a wood lot? The opportunities are endless! The feeling of peace & tranquility will overwhelm you the moment you step onto this property! This beautiful well-maintained 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath homestead is move in ready! Step into the spacious foyer and enjoy the large kitchen that offers plenty of cupboards, counter space, and a oil burning stove for added comfort. The dining room boasts built ins and a walkout to the back deck for BBQing & enjoying your morning coffee. The spacious living room is great for entraining with lots of natural sunlight to warm & brighten the space. Also included on the main level is a bathroom/laundry room, a bedroom, and access to the front deck off the living room. The inviting hardwood staircase will take you to the 2 nd level of the home where you will find the primary bedroom with a walk-in closet, 2 other bedrooms, an office, and an additional bathroom. Property also includes a detached triple car garage, huge barn for livestock and a shed. Current owners raise horses and previously had over 30 head of cattle. Recent upgrades include - siding 2021, outside oil tank 2021 & inside oil tank 2018, steel roof 2000, spray form in basement 2018 & fire barrier completed in 2022, new septic 2014, water pump & tank 2018; to name a few. Farm equipment is negotiable. Located only 10 minutes from downtown Tatamagouche & all amenities, 35 mins from Truro, 20 mins Ski Wentworth, close to beaches and only a short walk to the popular Drysdale Falls. This property is truly a rare find - Book your viewing today before it’s gone!More details