Set on 1.14 hectares (more or less) on the edge of Waverley, this well-established hydroponic lettuce operation combines a comfortable semi-rural lifestyle with a thriving, income-producing business. The property includes a tidy two-bedroom home surrounded by open space and productive infrastructure, offering a genuine 'work where you live' opportunity in one of the lower North Island’s most temperate growing regions.
The Salad Brothers business has become a recognised supplier of fresh, high-quality lettuce throughout Taranaki, Whanganui, and Manawatū, servicing both large distributors and smaller hospitality operators. Trading under MPI National Programme certification and GAP accreditation, the business has built a reputation for freshness, taste, and shelf life that sets it apart in the regional market.
Infrastructure on-site includes multiple hydroponic growing systems, an insulated packhouse with cool store, and a recently added 900sqm (more or less) climate-controlled tunnel house, a major capital improvement that complements the existing operational systems. Further upgrades include three-phase power, new pumps and plumbing, and purpose-built drying spinners, while some earlier equipment remains serviceable and integrated within the operation.
These improvements have strengthened efficiency and positioned the business for continued success. Salad Brothers maintains a loyal network of wholesale and retail customers, and demand is consistently growing as the brand’s reputation continues to spread.
Opportunities exist to further build on established routes or diversify into additional crops such as spinach, rocket, and microgreens. For a couple or family seeking to combine income with independence, this offering provides a rare balance of lifestyle and opportunity, live on-site, enjoy the space and tranquillity of a semi-rural environment, and take pride in running a well-regarded hydroponic enterprise. Perfect for a buyer who values being part of a thriving rural community.
