Farmland Property

Simulcast Auction!

*Note* The survey has been completed on Tracts 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7. Acres amounts have been adjusted to reflect surveyed acres on these tracts. Previously made fliers and advertisements do not reflect surveyed acres. The correct, surveyed acres are reflected on this page and on the online auction platform.

The live auction will be held on Friday, December 1, 2023, at 1:00 PM MST, at the American Legion Hall, 710 1st Avenue West, Benkelman, Nebraska 69021. Online bidding will begin on Monday, November 27, 2023, at 8:00 AM and close at the end of the live event.

High-quality pasture land and previously enrolled CRP farmland in close proximity to Rock Creek Lake State Recreation Area can be found in this offering of approximately 2,672.66+/- acres located north of Parks in Dundy County, Nebraska. The property will be presented in six individual tracts and two potential combination tracts. Within this offering, 2,216.89+/- acres of top-notch grassland are available, presenting a unique chance to expand your pastureland holdings with former portions of the renowned Krutsinger Ranch. Additionally, there are 455.77+/- acres of expired CRP land one may utilize to reintroduce crops or further expand grazing. Antelope, mule deer, whitetail deer, and the occasional elk have been known to inhabit this property. Mineral rights from all tracts to be retained by the seller.

Mineral rights from all tracts are to be retained by the seller.

***Water for Tracts 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and Seller-owned pasture to the west is supplied by a well on Tract 6 (or Tract 8 if sold as a combination). Buyer of Tract 6 or 8 will grant Buyers of Tracts 3, 4, 7, and Seller use and access to the water system for a period of 5 months following the closing. Buyers of Tracts 3, 4, 7, and Seller will be responsible for establishing their own water system or wells by the end of the 5-month access period. Any repairs necessary during the 5-month access period will be the responsibility of the Buyer for whichever tract the repair issue falls upon. Electric costs for the well, if any, will be the responsibility of the Buyer of Tract 6 or 8.***

Tract 1: Totaling 320+/- acres of rolling valent and loamy sand that has not been grazed in 2023 providing an abundance of grass for 2024. A perfect oasis for wildlife as well as cattle, this property offers hunting opportunities in addition to being high-grade ranch land with quality fencing. A tank is located on the property with water supplied by a neighboring landowner. The buyer is responsible for future agreements regarding livestock water with the neighboring property owner or drilling a new well.

Tract 2: This tract comprises 1,038.55+/- acres of pasture land, with the exact acreage to be confirmed through a survey conducted before the closing date. In 2023, it saw minimal grazing activity and comes equipped with livestock water tanks and well-maintained fencing. Water is supplied through an easement well on a neighboring property and a pipeline system. This water system will also water the Seller’s property to the west. Buyer will grant Seller access to the property and water system for a 12-month period following closing so the Seller can cap and relocate their water system on the Seller-owned property to the west.

Tract 3: This tract encompasses approximately 168.26+/- acres confirmed by survey. Quality grassland for cattle featuring livestock water via stock tank and well-maintained fences make up this appealing property. *See front page note pertaining to the water system for this tract.*

Tract 4: 149.52 +/- acres of expired CRP ground, this parcel provides a farm operator an opportunity to re-introduce dryland crops, or it may be utilized for additional grazing. This tract is currently registered with both the county and the FSA as grassland. It does have historical base acres and a PLC Yield so there is potential to farm this tract. There is a water tank on this property. *See front page note pertaining to the water system for this tract.*

Tract 5: Combination of tracts 3 & 4 totaling 317.78 +/- acres. *See front page note pertaining to the water system for this tract.*

Tract 6: This expansive tract features 690.08+/- acres of lush pastureland which experienced light grazing in 2023. A serene pond adds to this tract’s appeal as does the quality fencing and livestock tanks. *See front page note pertaining to the water system for this tract.*

Tract 7: This 306.25 +/- acres of expired CRP ground features a quonset conveniently located just off the county road offering easy access for equipment storage. This parcel may be utilized as farmland or grazing. This tract is currently registered with both the county and the FSA as grassland. It does have historical base acres and a PLC Yield so there is potential to farm this tract. *See front page note pertaining to the water system for this tract.*

Tract 8: Combination of tracts 6 and 7 with acres totaling 996.33 +/- acres. *See the above note pertaining to the water system for this tract.*

Property Location:

Take Ave 327 north out of Parks, Nebraska for approximately eight miles, turn west on Road 712, and proceed approximately one mile to Avenue 326. The southeast corner of Tract 1 and the northwest corner of Tract 2 are located on the west side of this intersection. Tracts 3, 4, 6, and 7 are located south of this location approximately four miles on either side of Avenue 327.