Rare North Queensland cropping farm hits market for $14 million

Spanning 1294.9 hecatres near Gumlu with 1052.1 hectares currently under active cultivation, the asset combines high-yielding self-mulching black soils and fertile red loam pockets with a frost-free climate. 

Water security is a central feature, backed by a 2,350ML irrigation allocation from Wangaratta Creek, dual water licenses, two unregulated domestic bores, and a further 5,000ml overland flow potential supported by engineering reports.

Ray White Rural Queensland sales agent Peter Douglas said the property offers an immediate turnkey operation with significant future upside.

“Mintram Farm stands as an exceptional agricultural holding where owners Sandy and Karen Mintram have created a highly reliable, turnkey production system,” Mr Douglas said.

“The scale and water security here are outstanding. Beyond proven returns in sorghum, mungbeans, and chickpeas, incoming buyers inherit a full high-end machinery package - including a Fendt MT943, Miller Nitro sprayer, and John Deere header - meaning operation continues uninterrupted from day one.”

The property's storage and operational setup includes eight 200-tonne Denny silos with a double-run grain pump system, a 24-tonne chaser bin, a 20 metre x 20 metre workshop with a service pit, and a private 1,200 metre airstrip.

Power is supplied off-grid via a 75kW solar array paired with a 60kWh lithium battery bank and a 50kVA Denyo backup generator. 

Residential infrastructure includes air-conditioned donga accommodation featuring a main bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite, a kitchen donga, and an amenity block.

Mr Douglas said: “What makes this holding particularly compelling is the development scope”.

“The flat, uniform land profile and vast water entitlements make it prime for centre pivot irrigation, feedlot installation, or expansion into intensive small crops,” he said.