The Isle of Beauty is more than just its idyllic beaches and rugged mountain peaks. Corsica is above all a land of deep-rooted rural traditions, offering exceptionally rich land for anyone wishing to develop an agricultural business. Whether you are a seasoned farmer looking to expand or a newcomer to rural life seeking a new lifestyle, the Corsican land market presents unique opportunities.
Ma-propriete.fr, the leading rural real estate portal, supports you in your agricultural establishment or farm takeover project on this unique island territory. Discover here everything you need to know about Corsican agriculture and the tools we offer to help you successfully purchase land or sell a farm .
Corsican agriculture reflects its geography: diverse, authentic, and resilient. The administrative region of Corsica is divided into two main departments: Haute-Corse (in the north, with Bastia as its capital) and Corse-du-Sud (with Ajaccio, the regional capital). Each of these territories offers specific climatic and soil characteristics that influence the types of crops produced.
Agricultural activity there is dominated by a duality between plains areas, suitable for intensive and specialized crops, and mountain areas, the domain of extensive pastoralism.
The Eastern Plain , stretching along the east coast (mainly in Upper Corsica), is truly the agricultural heartland of the island. It is here that the majority of fruit growing and orchards are concentrated. The local star is undoubtedly the clementine. Clementine trees benefit from an ideal climate for producing citrus fruits recognized worldwide (PGI Corsican Clementine). This area also benefits from significant hydraulic infrastructure, with a canal network and efficient irrigation systems that allow for the full cultivation of arable land .
Viticulture is also a major economic pillar, with renowned vineyards stretching from Patrimonio in the north to Figari in the south, passing through Sartène.
Olive growing also holds a special place in the hearts of Corsicans. The Balagne region , nicknamed the "garden of Corsica," is famous for its centuries-old olive trees . Acquiring an olive grove in Corsica means perpetuating a millennia-old tradition that allows for the production of Oliu di Corsica, a PDO olive oil of exceptional quality.
The chestnut grove (Castagniccia) represents the other face of Corsican plant agriculture. Located in the mid-mountains, it has long been the island's bread tree and is now experiencing a revival thanks to the production of PDO chestnut flour.
Finally, there has been a strong development in market gardening and organic farming . Many project leaders are turning to permaculture on small plots, taking advantage of the growing demand from locals and tourists for healthy, locally sourced products.
It is impossible to talk about Corsican agriculture without mentioning livestock farming. The rugged terrain and the maquis offer immense ranges and pastures , ideal for extensive livestock farming.
Sheep and goat farming are predominant. Flocks of local breeds of sheep and goats are raised primarily for their milk. The milk is then processed, either through an industrial facility or directly at a farm dairy, to produce the famous Brocciu or Corsican Tomme cheeses.
Beekeeping is also very present, with bees taking advantage of the endemic flora of the maquis to produce honeys with unique flavors (AOP Corsican Honey - Mele di Corsica).
Whether you are looking for a property near major cities like Ajaccio, Bastia, Porto-Vecchio, Corte or Calvi, or prefer the isolation of mountain villages, Corsica offers a rare diversity of agricultural landscapes.
Are you planning to acquire a farm on the island? Ma-propriete.fr has designed a powerful and intuitive search engine to help you find the perfect property among our listings of agricultural land and farms.
Our tool allows you to filter listings according to your strict criteria. You can select the location (region, department), as well as the type of property. Whether you're looking for bare agricultural land to plant vines, a farmhouse for sale with a dwelling, or an agricultural shed to store equipment, everything is accessible in just a few clicks.
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The agricultural land market in Corsica can be tight. To be the first to know about new opportunities, we recommend setting up email alerts . As soon as an agricultural property or farm building matching your criteria is listed, you will receive a notification.
On ma-propriete.fr, you'll find listings from real estate professionals (specialized agencies, notaries, Safer) as well as private individuals. This offers you a wide range of properties, from small recreational plots to large, productive farms. Each listing allows you to contact the seller directly via a secure contact form.
Geolocation of listings (when permitted by the seller) allows you to precisely locate properties in relation to roads, cooperatives or water points, a crucial element for irrigation.
Are you a property owner considering selling a farm or land in Corsica? Ma-propriete.fr is the ideal platform to showcase your property to a qualified audience.
Our portal welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each month who are passionate about the rural world. By publishing your ad with us, you directly reach serious project developers: farmers looking to expand, recent graduates seeking to establish themselves, or rural investors.
Posting an ad is quick and easy. You can detail the advantages of your property: presence of a renovated farmhouse , soil quality, presence of a productive olive grove , access to water, etc. The more precise your description, the more qualified the inquiries you will attract.
We know that discretion is often important in the agricultural sector. That's why we let you choose the level of geolocation for your ad (exact address, city, or simply a broader area) to maintain the confidentiality of your campaign.
Your listing doesn't just stay on our website. It can be featured in several relevant subcategories (for example, "Vineyard Real Estate" and "Agricultural Property") to maximize visibility. Furthermore, we actively promote listings on our social media channels and specialized Facebook groups, significantly increasing the reach of your offer within the agricultural community.
Our knowledge of the rural market allows us to highlight what really matters to a buyer: agronomic potential, existing infrastructure and the environment.
Beyond simply connecting buyers and sellers, Ma-propriete.fr positions itself as a true partner in your overall rural project.
Whether your dream is to revive an olive grove in Balagne, to develop sheep farming in the central mountains, or to cultivate citrus fruits in the plain, ma-propriete.fr is the starting point of your agricultural adventure in Corsica.
