Premier Jujube Orchard Listed for Sale Amid Rising Investor Interest

A horticultural and lifestyle opportunity in Queensland’s Noosa Hinterland has been listed for sale amid growing interest in the export potential of jujubes.

The CBRE Agribusiness team of John Harrison and Angus Bills has been appointed to sell Yellow Silk Farm, a property located 42 kilometres northwest of Noosa Heads with a price guide of circa $6 million plus.

The property offers a mix of established agricultural enterprise, future development potential, and rural charm.

Spanning 64.75 hectares, Yellow Silk Farm features a professionally developed netted orchard of 6.18 hectares, planted to jujubes (5.15 ha) and lychees (0.85 ha).

The remaining land is utilised for grazing and irrigated hay production, with significant scope for further horticultural expansion supported by robust water infrastructure and cleared land.

“Yellow Silk Farm is a standout offering in the current market,” said John Harrison, Head of CBRE Agribusiness. “Its strategic location between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, combined with its established orchard and infrastructure, makes it an attractive proposition for both experienced growers and lifestyle investors.”

The listing comes at a time of growing national interest in jujube production, following a recent bilateral trade agreement between Australia and China that sets the stage for increased imports of the fruit.

This development is expected to raise the profile of jujubes domestically, with local producers poised to benefit from heightened consumer awareness and demand.

“Jujubes are gaining recognition as a superfood, rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and fibre,” said Angus Bills, Agribusiness Director at CBRE. “With China producing over 8 million tonnes annually and Australian growers like those in Mildura reporting rising demand, Yellow Silk Farm is perfectly positioned to capitalise on this momentum.”

Jujubes—also known as Chinese red dates—are increasingly sought after for their versatility in fresh and dried forms, as well as their use in traditional Chinese medicine. The fruit is believed to offer a range of health benefits, from immune support to anti-ageing properties, and is gaining traction in both ethnic and mainstream markets across Australia.

Yellow Silk Farm is supported by extensive infrastructure including a sandstone cottage, machinery and packing sheds, nursery and potting facilities, workers’ accommodation, tree interconnecting dams, and an automated irrigation and fertigation system.

The property is zoned Rural under the Gympie Regional Council and is easily accessible via sealed roads just 6 kilometres off the Bruce Highway. Its proximity to major centres—26 km from Gympie, 42 km from Noosa Heads, and 164 km from Brisbane—adds to its appeal for both commercial and lifestyle buyers.