400 Acres – Established Sheep Operation with Modern Infrastructure Ponoka County
Alberta, Canada
Characteristics
Characteristics
Description
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, turnkey sheep operation in the highly sought-after County of Ponoka. This 400-acre package offers a permitted and efficiently designed livestock operation, productive farmland, and a beautifully updated custom-built home.
The home quarter consists of 80 acres and is ideally located just 15 minutes east of Ponoka. This parcel features the residence, main livestock facilities, barns, and yard site. The remaining 320 acres are located one mile south of the home farm, providing additional productive land to support the operation.
The property holds an NRCB permit for 3,500 ewes and is currently operating at approximately 1,500 ewes with lambs, allowing ample room for immediate expansion.
Livestock Facilities
The operation is supported by modern, purpose-built infrastructure designed for efficiency and animal welfare:
Lambing Barn (2017)
• 300’ x 80’ x 16’ fully insulated barn
• Variable-speed ventilation fans
• 16’ wide concrete feed alley plus secondary 10’ concrete alley
• Dedicated nursery area with automatic milk dispenser
• Heated staff room with bathroom
Finishing / Holding Barn (2019 & 2021)
• 96’ x 265’ x 16’ cold barn
• Adjustable ventilation panels and fans
• 16’ wide concrete feeding alley
Central Sorting Area
• 1,260 sq. ft. connecting both barns
• Equipped with a Te Pari automatic sorter and ProWay bulk handler
• Designed for efficient livestock flow and handling
All gates, feeders, waterers, and equipment required for daily sheep operations are included in the purchase price.
Additional Buildings & Improvements
• Quonset with Built-In Shop: 40’ x 60’ Quonset featuring a 20’ x 20’ heated shop area, concrete floor, and upper storage loft
• Hip Roof Barn: 27’ x 40’ with two full-size horse stalls, one smaller stall, hay loft, and adjacent fenced area of approximately one acre—ideal for horses or additional livestock
• Manure Pad: 200’ x 100’
• 2 Water Wells: One currently producing approximately 20 gallons per minute. The secondary well is drilled and ready for use if needed for expansion.
Livestock, farm machinery, and feed inventories may be negotiated separately
Residence
The modern, custom-built home offers comfort, quality, and space, with approximately 2,492 sq. ft. above grade plus a 1,948 sq. ft. fully finished basement. The home was extensively renovated in 2014, with new shingles installed in 2021.
Key features include:
• Open-concept layout with vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light
• Large kitchen with solid wood cabinetry and granite countertops
• Hardwood flooring throughout main living areas, carpeted bedrooms, and ceramic tile in entryways, bathrooms, and laundry
• Fully finished basement constructed with ISO blocks (poured in 2009), featuring in-floor heating and a wood stove
• In-floor heating in the home and attached double garage
• Two wood stoves—one on the main floor and one in the basement
• Spacious outdoor deck ideal for entertaining and relaxation
Legal Land Description Home: S1/2 of NW-26-42-24-W4
Legal Land Description: SE & SW-23-42-24-W4
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