Vale Oregon Hay Farm

Available in Vale

Situated about five miles west of Vale, the seat of Malheur County, the area is characterized by productive farms and ranches and a mild, temperate climate that makes it an especially enjoyable place to call home. Vale is a close-knit community of just over 2,000 residents, conveniently located within 30 minutes of Ontario and about 90 minutes from Boise, Idaho. It was also the first town encountered by travelers along the historic Oregon Trail.

Hay & More Hay

The property consists of 444.37± total acres, with 410± acres under irrigation supported by water rights through the Vale Irrigation District. Irrigation is delivered primarily through 10 center pivots, allowing for efficient water application and strong production capacity. The pivot-irrigated ground is currently planted in various hay varieties and rotational crops consistent with sound farm management practices. Approximately 16± acres near the main residence are utilized as pasture. The southern part of the farm is generally level and ideal for efficient farming, while the northern portion has a gentle rolling topography. Two ponds enhance the property and integrate into the irrigation system, supporting livestock, wildlife, and overall farm functionality.

Pivot Efficiency

The irrigation system is designed for operational efficiency and cost control. The southern pivots are gravity-pressurized, significantly reducing pumping expenses. Northern parcels are supported by multiple 10 hp and 20 hp pumps. Smaller pivots irrigate pivot corners, maximizing irrigated acreage and limiting dryland waste.

• 8 Tower pivot – 50% circle – Two 10 hp pump

• 7 Tower pivot – 60% circle – Gravity pressurized

• 7 Tower pivot – 50% circle – Gravity pressurized

• 6 Tower pivot – 75% circle – 20 hp pump

• 5 Tower pivot – 75% circle – 10 hp  pump

• 4 Tower Pivot – 50% circle – 20 hp pump

• 4 Tower Pivot – 25% circle – Gravity pressurized

• 3 Tower Pivot – 50% circle – Gravity pressurized

• 2 Tower Pivot – 50% circle – Gravity pressurized

• 2 Tower Pivot – 50% circle – 10 hp pump

The hay crop yields have been approximately 7 – 71/2 ton per acre.

Improvements & More

All the improvements are well suited for diversified agricultural operations, equipment storage, and live stock management. Near the main residence are a 40 x 120 hay barn, 24 x 32 farm shop, 24 x 36 wood shop, corrals, and several smaller storage structures. The wood shop features a tongue-and-groove ceiling, ample natural light, and full power service.

 Near the second home is an extensive set of outbuildings capable of supporting a wide range of agricultural uses. The largest building provides substantial equipment storage and includes commodity bays and livestock feed bunks. Additional covered areas provide versatile space that can be used for additional storage or as shelter for livestock. The former milking barn remains in place with 220 power and a wall heater, offering multiple adaptive uses.  A list of included equipment is available upon request.

Additional improvements include:

• Shop building 16 x 32

• Farrowing barn 35 x 40

• Grain bin

• Concrete silage pit

• Existing feed bunks for cattle

Although no longer operating as a dairy, the infrastructure remains in place to support livestock production, feed management, and expansion opportunities. This is a fully developed working farm with the infrastructure to support both row crop and livestock operations at scale. With space for more than one household, raising livestock, generous garden areas, and established fruit trees and vines, this property offers everything you need to comfortably provide your own food and shelter.  This working farm, may be the next greatest place to call home.

House & Home

The primary home offers 2,808± square feet with three bedrooms and two bathrooms on the main level. A covered deck off the dining area overlooks the valley and surrounding farmland. Recent updates include: vinyl plank flooring upstairs, tile flooring downstairs, renovated  bathrooms and expanded and updated kitchen. Heating is provided by a pellet stoves on the upper and lower levels, plus a forced-air system. The daylight basement includes a spacious family room, hobby room with built-in storage, fruit cellar, and additional storage areas. RV parking with sani-dump is located near the home. 

The yard is thoughtfully maintained with raised garden beds, grapevines, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, and an established orchard featuring apple, peach, nectarine, plum, apricot, cherry, pecan, and almond tree.

Located approximately ½ mile from the main home near the former dairy facilities, the second residence offers 1,695± square feet with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a detached single-car garage. The interior has been recently updated, providing flexibility for extended family,employee housing, or rental income. A third home on the property is held in a life estate. On the south side of Graham Boulevard, a cleared homesite where a previous residence has been removed provides additional development potential.

Outdoor recreation opportunities are plentiful in the area, including Lake Owyhee State Park, the Malheur River, Willow Creek, Bully Creek Reservoir and expansive Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands.