Vlakfontein is also a going farming concern, and the agricultural activities mainly comprise cattle and crop farming. The farm is 572 hectares in size and was planned by the department of Agricultural Technical Services as a viable economic unit. Drakensberger cattle are indigenous to South Africa, well adapted to the high cooler regions, and known for the production of milk and fine tender beef.
 

Maize are produced mainly for own use and forage.