Commercial property - Ladoeiro, Idanha-a-Nova, for sale

This prime agricultural estate presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, income-generating farm in Portugal, combining scale, modern infrastructure, water autonomy, and long-term growth potential within a stable EU jurisdiction.

Comprising 20.2 hectares of productive land, the property is professionally developed for intensive and sustainable agricultural operations, supported by advanced irrigation systems, high-quality buildings, on a strategic location with excellent accessibility. The asset is turnkey and immediately operational.

Productive Agricultural Areas
The farm is currently in full activity and includes a 30,000 m2 plantation of blueberries including 9,800 m² of modern greenhouses equipped with automatic ventilation and overhead sprinkler systems. Beyond their health benefits, blueberries are considered a high-value crop due to strong global demand, long production life of plants, and versatility for fresh and processed markets. Their reputation as a superfood has made them increasingly popular with health-conscious consumers worldwide.

The entire property is served by a state-of-the-art drip irrigation system, with integrated fertigation programming, ensuring maximum efficiency, yield, and resource optimization.

There is a cherry orchard of approximately 10,000 m², olive grove and multiple orchards (kiwi, orange) complementing the production landscape.

Infrastructure & Buildings
Designed for professional agricultural and agro-industrial use, the estate includes:

• Base for a new metal warehouse with 828 m² and 6-meter ceiling height. Prepared for water, electricity and sewage connection.
• Accommodation (243 m²), fully equipped with kitchen, two furnished bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a spacious kitchen and dining area
• Technical warehouse (120 m²)
• Thermal chamber (40 m²)
• Three phase electric connection

Sustainability & Water Autonomy
The property is fully self-sufficient in water resources and holds an acquired irrigation record, featuring:
• Electric borehole with a flow rate of 14,000 liters per day
• Large water-reserve lake ensuring long-term agricultural resilience
• Access to the irrigation channel of the council (regadio)

Security & Accessibility
• Internal roads built in tout-venant with geotextile blanket
• Fully fenced property with entrance gate
• Video surveillance system and permanent surveillance
• Direct access via tarmac road

The sale includes a range of essential agricultural machinery and technical equipment, both new and used, ensuring immediate operational continuity.

Extra: The new owner can continue with the construction of a residential house, which currently has the base finished with an implantation area of 550 m2. Offering the future owner the freedom to customize the final design.

Strategic Location & Investment Potential
Located just 2 km from the town of Ladoeiro and 29 km from Castelo Branco, the property is located in a region of growing strategic importance. Future infrastructure developments include the planned IC31, connecting the A23 (Alcains / Castelo Branco) to the Spanish border at Termas de Monfortinho, with direct access to Spain’s EX-A1 motorway toward Madrid. The route will pass near Idanha-a-Nova and the historic village of Monsanto, significantly enhancing regional value and accessibility.

A Rare Opportunity
Whether envisioned as a high-yield agricultural operation, agro-industrial investment, or a premium rural tourism project, this property represents a unique opportunity to own a fully equipped, scalable, and future-proof farm in Portugal—where productivity meets lifestyle, and land becomes legacy.

Investment fundamentals
From an investment standpoint, blueberries present several structural advantages:

• Strong and growing global demand
Consumption continues to rise in Europe, North America, and Asia, supported by health-conscious consumers and institutional buyers in the fresh, frozen, and processed segments.

• Attractive unit economics
Blueberries command premium pricing relative to many other fruits, particularly in off-season or greenhouse-supported production models.

• Scalability and production efficiency
Modern cultivation systems (greenhouses, drip irrigation, fertigation, and automation) allow for predictable yields, optimized labor use, and efficient resource management.

• Long productive lifecycle
Blueberry plants typically remain productive for 20–30 years, offering stable, long-term returns once establishment costs are amortized.

• Market diversification
Blueberries serve multiple channels: fresh consumption, freezing, juices, concentrates, functional foods, and nutraceutical products, reducing market risk.

• Alignment with ESG criteria
Blueberry production aligns well with sustainability and ESG objectives due to efficient water use, compatibility with precision agriculture, and suitability for environmentally responsible farming practices.

• High probability of being eligible for Green Credit (Crédito Verde) approval.
Blueberry farming aligns well with green financing criteria, especially when it incorporates practices such as drip irrigation and fertigation, greenhouse production with controlled systems, water autonomy, reduced chemical inputs and good agricultural practices, precision agriculture and digital monitoring, sustainable food production, aligned with EU agricultural policy.

Strategic relevance
For institutional investors, agri-business groups, and funds focused on food security and sustainable assets, blueberries represent a defensive agricultural investment with growth upside. Their “superfood” positioning is not a trend-driven label, but a long-term demand catalyst supported by demographic shifts, aging populations, and increased focus on preventative health.

In summary, blueberries combine premium market positioning, resilient demand, scalable production models, and long-term asset value, making them a compelling crop within professional agricultural and agro-industrial investment portfolios.

Contact us today to find more about this investment opportunity.