Are you looking for an opportunity in the agricultural sector or do you want to transfer your working tool? Welcome to our page dedicated to the sale and purchase of farms specializing in beef cattle. As a leader in rural real estate, ma-propriete.fr supports you in the implementation of your project, whether for a first installation, an expansion or a career change.
France is the leading producer of beef in Europe, a position it owes to the diversity of its terroirs and the quality of its herd. Beef cattle farming is an activity deeply rooted in our regions, shaping landscapes and actively contributing to the rural economy.
On the agricultural transaction market, you will find different types of farming systems, defined by their production cycle:
The value of a farm largely depends on the genetic quality of its herd. In France, beef breeds (suckler breeds) are world-renowned. During your visits, you will mainly find farms with Charolais cattle (particularly in Burgundy and central France), Limousin (in Limousin and the Massif Central), Aubrac (on volcanic plateaus), Salers (in Cantal) and Blonde d'Aquitaine (in the South-West and West).
A functional farm requires infrastructure adapted to animal welfare and to the farmer’s working conditions. The livestock building is the heart of the farm in winter. Current trends favour free-stall housing with straw-bedded areas, giving animals freedom of movement.
To optimize daily work, these buildings must be equipped with feed barriers for feeding and care, as well as a secure handling race for veterinary procedures or sorting animals. Manure management is also a crucial point to check: the presence of a compliant manure pad or slurry pit is essential to meet environmental regulations.
In addition, forage and machinery storage requires one or more dedicated buildings, such as a storage shed.
Land is the cornerstone of livestock farming. The area, expressed in hectares, determines the farm’s capacity to feed its herd. The UAA (Utilized Agricultural Area) generally consists of permanent grassland and pastures for summer grazing and hay production.
To achieve good forage self-sufficiency and reduce the purchase of external feed, many farms also have arable land dedicated to cereal crops (silage maize, wheat, barley) or legumes.
Geographically, these farms are found throughout France, with a high concentration in the “Greater Massif Central” (Auvergne, Limousin, Aveyron), the Greater West (Brittany, Pays de la Loire, Normandy) and Burgundy-Franche-Comté.
Buying a farm is a life project that requires thorough analysis. Whether it is a family farm takeover or a transfer to a third party, several factors determine the viability of the project.
The farm’s profitability is the first criterion. It is essential to analyse the Gross Operating Surplus (GOS) of the last three years. This indicator measures the wealth created by the business before depreciation and financial expenses.
In the beef cattle sector, European subsidies play an important stabilizing role. You must carefully check the amount and transferability of CAP subsidies (Common Agricultural Policy). Likewise, make sure that production rights are held where required by regulations.
The transfer can be carried out in two main ways:
For new farm installations, particularly for Young Farmers, access to land and financing are major challenges. It is crucial to build a solid financing plan, including the purchase of the property as well as the working capital requirement needed until the first animals are marketed. The condition of fences, water access in plots and compliance of buildings will all influence the post-purchase investment budget.
Our portal is designed to make your search for the ideal farm easier.
Do you want to sell your livestock farm? Ma-propriete.fr offers you an unrivalled showcase to reach serious buyers.
Beyond listings, ma-propriete.fr is a complete ecosystem serving the rural world. We provide tools and resources to support you at every stage of your project:
Whether you want to sell a herd of Salers cattle in Cantal or buy a finishing farm in Normandy, ma-propriete.fr is your preferred partner for a successful agricultural transaction.
