Western Skies Group Farm
9,360 +/- acres in central South Dakota with headquarters being approximately 12 miles north of Midland, SD, on state highway 14. Midland is approximately 50 miles southwest of Pierre, SD. The farm is in both Stanley and Haakon Counties. The farm is nearly contiguous in one block with only 160 acres detached by quarter of a mile. The farm is owned by a family plus close friends. All desire to sell in one block. South Dakota has low property taxes with taxes on this farm are estimated at $4.50 per acre. An additional 2,500 acres of adjoining farmland could be added from another owner if desired.
LAND USE:
The farm has 8,335 +/- acres of tillable, non-irrigated cropland which is 89% of the total acres! Remaining acres are in wildlife habitat of native grass and canyons plus numerous ponds to enhance wildlife populations. The 2025 cropping was all wheat. The stubble will be sp...
The farm has 8,335 +/- acres of tillable, non-irrigated cropland which is 89% of the total acres! Remaining acres are in wildlife habitat of native grass and canyons plus numerous ponds to enhance wildlife populations. The 2025 cropping was all wheat. The stubble will be sprayed and be ready for ecofallow corn in 2026. Major crops in the area are wheat, corn, and sunflowers. The farm displays pride of ownership in every detail. The present owner/operator would remain for two years with a cash or flex lease agreement to be determined.
IMPROVEMENTS:
The farm features a large, depreciable asset inventory. Improvements include a employee modular home with two bedrooms and two baths. Six 85,000 BU newer grain bins with aeration. 40'x80' shop that is heated and air conditioned with a two bedroom apartment. Bunkhouse. Sprayer hub with chemical & fuel storage. Curvette machinery shed plus numerous storage sheds.
RECREATION:
The area is known nationally for the exceptional pheasant and grouse hunting. The farm has great upland bird hunting plus mule deer. Huge Lake Oahe at Pierre is only 50 miles away and is rated as one of the top fisheries in the United States.
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