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STRANG S QUALITY HAY FARM NATRONA COUNTY,, WYOMINGW A fully operational farm with an established customer base ready to begin generating income immediately.

1 STRANG S QUALITY HAY FARM NATRONA COUNTY,, WYOMINGW A fully operational farm with an established customer base ready to begin generating income immediately. The property provides an attractive, comfortable home setting, a working farm with recently updated improvements, & reliable low-cost irrigation water. Presented by 58 E. Benteen Street Buffalo, Wyoming or

INTRODUCTION/GENERAL DESCRIPTION Nearly 25 years ago, the Strang s undertook their first hay farming venture on a small farm located west of the Natrona County Airport near Casper, WY.

2 INTRODUCTION/GENERAL DESCRIPTION Nearly 25 years ago, the Strang s undertook their first hay farming venture on a small farm located west of the Natrona County Airport near Casper, WY. They successfully improved the farm and hay crop and developed a loyal following of hay-buying customers. Ten years later they acquired a large, remote ranch in Carbon County, Wyoming that was in need of rehabilitation. Strang s farmed the old hay fields and improved the irrigation and again developed both a high-quality hay product and a loyal customer base. Six years ago the Strang s left their remote ranch and moved closer to town for their children's high school years. Locating a farm just north of the Natrona County Airport they purchased the old Swanson Farm and again were located within the developed hay producing region of Natrona County and within the reliable irrigation system known as the Casper-Alcova Irrigation District. True to form, they undertook a thorough improvement of the property including re-farming all the land under irrigation, re-working some of the irrigation infrastructure, and building a new custom home. Having started from scratch and successfully improving three farm & ranch properties during their career and having raised their family, the Strang s have decided to sell their Quality Farm property and semi-retire while continuing to pursue their other business interest, Strang & Son Quality Outfitters. Distances from Farm to Casper, WY 15 miles Riverton, WY 120 miles Torrington, WY 144 miles Cheyenne, WY 180 miles Greeley, CO 232 miles Billings, MT 277 miles LOCATION Strang s Quality Hay Farm is located in central Wyoming approximately 15 miles northwest of downtown Casper. The I-25 interstate highway interchange is approximately 12 miles from the property. Casper is the hub for many regional financial and business interests; sporting teams and events, history, and the arts; recreational pursuits; shopping and dining; medical services; and airline travel. Page 2 For more information, contact us at (307) or info@pearsonrealestate.com

Overview of STRANG S QUALITY HAY FARM Located 15 miles northwest of Casper, Wyoming Offered for $1,250,000. 240± Deeded Acres 189.80 acres water rights in Casper-Alcova Irrigation District.

3 Overview of STRANG S QUALITY HAY FARM Located 15 miles northwest of Casper, Wyoming Offered for $1,250, ± Deeded Acres acres water rights in Casper-Alcova Irrigation District. Center pivot, sideroll sprinklers & gated pipe. Low cost irrigation water ($14.50/acre-foot). Stunning 2,700± sq. ft. custom home built in Second residence + miscellaneous outbuildings. Farm qualifies for 2 landowner deer tags for Hunt Area 34. Abundance of wildlife including whitetail deer, mule deer, antelope, pheasant, dove, ducks and Canada geese. Property Taxes for 2012 are approximately $5, Page 3

GENERAL DESCRIPTION Strang s Quality Hay Farm consists of 240 +/- deeded acres. According to the aerial mapping provided by the USDA Farm Service Agency, 185.

Another 32 +/- acres are sub-irrigated and provide drainage; preliminary plans have been made to bring part of this acreage into cultivated production. The remaining 18.05+/- acres (7.

4 GENERAL DESCRIPTION Strang s Quality Hay Farm consists of 240 +/- deeded acres. According to the aerial mapping provided by the USDA Farm Service Agency, /- acres are currently under irrigation either by center pivot, sideroll sprinkler, or gated pipe. Water rights exist for a /- acre corner of the pivot that is not currently being irrigated. Another 32 +/- acres are sub-irrigated and provide drainage; preliminary plans have been made to bring part of this acreage into cultivated production. The remaining /- acres (7.5% of the property) consist of the farmstead, stack yard, and the South Fork of Casper Creek stream channel that flows through the property. New stands of alfalfa or grass hay have been established since As of June 2012, the oldest stand of alfalfa was four years old, while the newest stands were just seeded in the spring of The 7-tower Zimmatic low-pressure center pivot with droppers and an upgraded programmable digital control panel was new in about The gated pipe is 6 and 8 pipe. In 2011, the cost of electricity to operate the pumps for the pivot and sideroll was approximately $2,800. Page 4 For more information, contact us at (307) or info@pearsonrealestate.com

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Looking west from field of Roundup Ready alfalfa established in 2011. Large cottonwood trees provide shade to the farm yard.

Three cuttings may be possible and at least one neighboring farm manages for three cuttings. Yields will vary with management practices and annual variations in growing conditions.

Fertilization is expected to raise the yields to about 6 tons/acre.

6 Looking west from field of Roundup Ready alfalfa established in Large cottonwood trees provide shade to the farm yard.. Under current management practices, the farm has consistently been producing about 3.9 tons/acre or about tons annually from two cuttings. Three cuttings may be possible and at least one neighboring farm manages for three cuttings. Yields will vary with management practices and annual variations in growing conditions. Past yields are no guarantee of future performance; however, it is important to note that the farm has been producing at this level with no fertilizer applied. Fertilization is expected to raise the yields to about 6 tons/acre. The current owners market their hay through their website and to local customers and have sold their entire inventory each year. The website ( and list of buyers are included in the purchase price of the farm. Looking north-northeast. Looking west across the center pivot irrigated field. Page 6 For more information, contact us at (307) or info@pearsonrealestate.com

built in 1970, concrete floor FARM IMPROVEMENTS The improvements on the farm make this a wellrounded, modern farm ready for a resident farm

Overall, the farm yard provides privacy in a pleasing setting among large cottonwood trees with a newly established yard.

Other improvements not pictured, include: Shed: 720 sq ft. built in 1953 Livestock lean-to: 400 sq ft.

built in 1976 Power is currently single-phase but 3-phase power is expected within the next several months.

7 Old Barracks/Barn: 3,312 sq ft. moved to property in ~1962 Shop: 2808 sq. ft. built in 1970, concrete floor FARM IMPROVEMENTS The improvements on the farm make this a wellrounded, modern farm ready for a resident farm family or farm manager. Careful attention has been devoted to making sure the older farmstead buildings are clean and well-maintained. Overall, the farm yard provides privacy in a pleasing setting among large cottonwood trees with a newly established yard. There is a full set of corrals with crowding pens and a loading chute. All out buildings have water and power in place. Other improvements not pictured, include: Shed: 720 sq ft. built in 1953 Livestock lean-to: 400 sq ft. built in 2000 Equipment Shed: 2,880 sq. ft. built in 1976 Power is currently single-phase but 3-phase power is expected within the next several months. All of the electrical panels, including the one at the pump house and the one at the pole, are already 3-phase capable. A second home is currently used only during the fall hunting season. Built in 1962 it is a single story ranch house with 3 bedrooms and 1 ½ baths, central heat and air conditioning with 1,472 +/- sq. feet. Maintained in good condition this second home could be utilized as a foreman s home or offers the potential for rental income. Carpenter Shop Second home: 1,472 sq. ft. built in Page 7

CUSTOM HOME A stunning custom home was built in 2007 and is a modern and efficient

The 2,700 +/- square feet on the main floor features a master bedroom suite with an

and hers sinks and vanities), 2 additional bedrooms, an additional bath and a half

An attached garage, covered deck with concrete patio and a full, unfinished basement

According to the builder s floor plan, the total square footage of the home is 6,188

The spacious and open floor plan lends itself to comfortable gatherings of family and

8 CUSTOM HOME A stunning custom home was built in 2007 and is a modern and efficient design. The 2,700 +/- square feet on the main floor features a master bedroom suite with an exceptional bathroom (whirlpool tub, large stall shower, two walk-in closets and his and hers sinks and vanities), 2 additional bedrooms, an additional bath and a half bath, den, laundry, great room, kitchen with casual dining nook, and a dining room. An attached garage, covered deck with concrete patio and a full, unfinished basement complete this beautiful home. According to the builder s floor plan, the total square footage of the home is 6,188 square feet, more or less. The spacious and open floor plan lends itself to comfortable gatherings of family and friends. Other thoughtful amenities include 9 ceilings, granite counter and vanity tops, tile floors in all non-carpeted areas, a large laundry room, and plentiful storage space. If needed, the den could be converted to another bedroom. Domestic water is provided by Thirty Three Mile Improvement District. Page 8

9 The floor plan of this exceptional home ensures great comfort and great utility. Builder: McCarthy Construction, Casper, WY Page 9

10 WATER RIGHTS Irrigation water is supplied via the Casper Canal, which is administered by the Casper- Alcova Irrigation District. The farm is allocated acres of irrigation water annually ( acre-feet/year or 2 acre-feet/wet acre). The water season is May 1st September 30th. The annual assessment fee for irrigation water for 2012 is $3,137.59; this includes an annual fee of $400 plus $14.50 per wet acre. Recently, a 1-acre-foot per acre of supplemental irrigation water was made available for purchase. The farm has a permitted and adjudicated water right through the Wyoming State Engineer s Office. The water right is described as lands under the Casper Alcova Irrigation District appropriations proof number 28117, 28118, and 28119, diverting from the North Platte River and stored water in Alcova Reservoir (Permit No Res.), and stored water in Seminoe Reservoir (Permit No Res) through the Casper Canal under permit numbers 18488, 18682, and 18683, with priorities of July 27, 1934, April 25, 1936, and December 1, SOILS Soil types found on Strang s Quality Hay Farm are the Cambria sandy clay loam, the Cambria-Zigweid complex, Hiland sandy loam, Petrie-Zigweid complex, Shingle- Theedle association, and Silhouette clay loam (Reference: USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service s Online Web Soil Survey ). CLIMATE The mean annual precipitation for the area is The frost-free period is rated at 120 days (range of days). The elevation of the property is approximately 5,300 5,350. MINERALS The sellers do not believe that they own any mineral rights on the farm. PROPERTY TAXES Property taxes for 2012 are approximately $5,558. The property tax information is available on the Natrona County website at Page 10 For more information, contact us at (307) or info@pearsonrealestate.com

11 OFFERING PRICE STRANG S QUALITY HAY FARM is being offered for $1,250,000 (One million two hundred fifty thousand dollars). Page 11

12 Important Information for Prospective Buyers: Seller's Notice to Potential Purchasers: Fences vs. Boundary Lines: The fence lines on the subject property may or may not represent the actual boundary lines of the property. It is the Seller's intention that where fences deviate from the actual boundary lines, such fences are fences of convenience, only, and not the actual boundary lines. Seller is selling the property in as is, where is condition, which includes the location of the fences. Notice to Buyers: Wyoming Real Estate License Law requires that the listing Broker and all licensees with the listing Broker make a full disclosure, in all real estate transactions, of whom they are agents and represent in that transaction. All prospective buyers must read, review and sign a Real Estate Brokerage Disclosure form prior to any showings. Pearson Real Estate Co., Inc. with its sales staff is an agent of the seller in this listing. This information and any other information contained in this Exclusive Listing Agreement has been obtained from sources deemed to be reliable by Pearson Real Estate Co., Inc.; however the accuracy of this information is not guaranteed or warranted by either Pearson Real Estate Co., Inc. or the sellers. Prospective buyers are expected to conduct their own independent investigation of the information contained herein. Updates and corrections may be made to this brochure as needed. All maps are provided as visual aids only. The accuracy of the maps is not guaranteed and the maps should not be relied upon for legal purposes. All statements of acreage are approximate and are based on the legal description, not the location of the fences. For more information, contact 58 E. Benteen Street Buffalo, Wyoming info@pearsonrealestate.com (307) Toll Free: (888) For information about other outstanding listings, visit our website at This offer is subject to prior sale, price change, correction or withdrawal without notice.

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