771.4 Acres in Belen, MS - $2,698,500

This 771 acre Quitman County, MS property has been owned by one family for 68 years and previously served the purposes for Cotton, Corn, Soybeans, Cattle production as well as now Wildlife and Timber. The vast majority of the acres are currently re-enrolled Conservation Reserve Program structured to hardwood timber and have guaranteed payments ranging from approximately $91.00 to $99.00 per acre for 13 to 15 years on contract. Total acres in CRP 627 acres, $59,420 annual payment. Approximately 144 acres are not enrolled in the CRP. The areas not enrolled in CRP are specifically designated for wildlife food plots and are not enrolled in CRP acreage to allow for enhanced planting etc. The hardwood CRP trees are producing acorns in significant numbers and other types of mass for wildlife and at 15 to 18 years of growth are adding value for future thinning and sale. In addition there are two areas of mature hardwoods that comprise of approximately 40 acres that could be harvested or further manipulated for hunting purposes that are not in the CRP program.

An extensive system of water control structures has been installed with the design and purpose to enhance Waterfowl habitat through out the vast majority of the property. These improvements have made this into an outstanding duck hunting property with populations returning each year. This property is adjacent to substantial area of Conservation Program lands and has become one of the most productive hunting areas in North America. Outstanding Trophy Whitetail inhabit these woods as well and have been selectively managed for desired growth and status. This is truly a unique property offering great values and opportunities. The agent is an owner of this property.