Managed farmland site visit: what to check on the day

What is a managed farmland site visit?

A managed farmland site visit is a guided trip to the farm where you walk the plots, meet the farm team and check the land and papers before you decide.

• Where: Our GreenX (sandalwood) and PomX (pomegranate, Gir dairy, bees) projects near Lepakshi, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh.
• Getting there: A free cab with doorstep pick-up is arranged for GreenX and PomX visits.
• Who should come: Everyone who will decide: spouse, parents, or a family member who knows land.
• How long: Plan a full day so nobody feels rushed.
• Why it matters: Managed farmland near Bangalore is a long-term decision; seeing the land first is essential.

New to the idea? Start with our managed farmland near Bangalore guide.

Walk your plot, not just the brochure. The right questions are asked standing on the soil.

Before you leave Bengaluru

A little preparation turns a pleasant drive into a useful visit.

1. Book: Fix the date through the site visit page so the farm team is ready for you.
2. List your questions: Write down what matters most: water, documents, agreement, visits.
3. Ask for plot details: Request the plot numbers you are considering so you can see them on the ground.
4. Dress for the field: Wear closed shoes, a cap and carry water; the plots are working fields.
5. Bring a notebook or phone: Take photos of boundary stones, signboards and the plot itself.

Check the soil and the land

The land itself is the first thing to judge, and it is easy to check with your own eyes.

• Soil type: Near Hindupur the soil is red, with a pH of 7.1, which suits sandalwood.
• Slope and drainage: Look for low spots where rainwater could collect around plants.
• Access: See how the internal road reaches your plot in the dry and wet seasons.
• Neighbouring land: Note what is around the farm today: fields, roads, settlements.
• Boundaries: Ask to see the boundary stones of the exact plot.

Check the water

Water decides what can grow, so ask where it comes from and how it reaches each plant.

• Sources: Our farms use canal, bore-well, farm pond and rainwater sources.
• Delivery: Drip irrigation takes water to the root zone of each plant.
• Storage: Ask to see the farm pond and how water is stored for summer.
• Summer plan: Ask how watering changes when temperatures near 40 degrees C.
• Your question to ask: Which source feeds my plot, and what happens in a dry year?

Check the plantation and the farm team

A managed farm is only as good as the people running it, so spend time with the team and the trees.

• Plant health: Look at leaf colour, weeds around stems and gaps in the rows.
• Host plants: On sandalwood plots, check that saplings have host plants beside them.
• Shared infrastructure: One fence line, one security team, one water system and one set of skilled staff serve the whole farm.
• Meet the team: Ask the farm manager what work is planned for the next season.
• Farm life: See the dairy, the pond and the cafe if you are visiting GreenX or PomX.

Documents and ownership questions

Ask about papers on the day, then have a lawyer of your choice check them before you sign.

• Registration: The land is registered in your own name at the Sub-Registrar Office; we do not sell through power of attorney.
• Land records: Ask for the title documents and land records of your plot for your lawyer to review.
• Agreement: Read the written farm management agreement: work covered, updates and harvest share.
• Building: A built-up area of up to 10% of the plot is allowed, as per the government rule.
• Pricing: Prices and payment terms come from our sales team in writing.

Use our documents checklist with your lawyer.

After the visit: how to decide

Give yourself a few days and compare what you saw with what you were told.

1. Review notes: Go through your photos and answers as a family.
2. Clear the gaps: Send any open questions to the team and get answers in writing.
3. Legal check: Have your lawyer review the documents and the agreement.
4. Read the risks: Go through the risk disclosure before deciding.
5. Visit again: Owners can visit the farm whenever they want, so a second visit is always possible.

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