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Dirt Capital Partners has raised over $30 million for their farmland fund, targeting a final close of $50 million by year-end, to enhance farmer access to land and promote regenerative agriculture. The fund has already invested $8 million across six regenerative projects, including work with Amaltheia Organic Dairy in Montana and Rancho Corralitos Agricultura in California, and released a 10-Year Impact Report which details their learnings in regenerative farm investment. ----- #regenerativeagriculture Why Regenerative This Week In Regenerative Agriculture #regenerative #food Link

This is a fascinating transaction which really demonstrates the scale and appetite that there currently is for 'Natural Capital' at the moment. For existing landowners with 'rollover funds' to reinvest these sorts of purchasers present a challenge. However for those landowners who are looking to maximise their Natural Capital potential this is an encouraging 'proof of concept' of the marketplace and there are other ways to access this value other than than selling the land. Regenerative farming in particular is providing a good answer for some to be able to balance carbon sequestration, soil health, bio-diversity with food security. As ever it's all about the right scheme in the right place. #Naturalcapital #regenag

Did you know? The value of US farmland held by investment firms has skyrocketed from $7.4 billion in 2020 to $16.6 billion in 2023. This growth highlights the increasing appeal of farmland as a reliable investment, especially as our global population grows and natural resources become scarcer. In addition, the article also points out that the average age of an American farmer is 58 years old, and approximately 400 million acres of farmland are expected to change hands in the next decade. At Farmland LP, we recognize the growth potential and the generational shift of land ownership taking place. We believe investment in farming means being exceptional stewards of the land, which is why our 45-person farm team and all of our farmer tenants use regenerative farming practices to boost yields and land value.

Calling all angel investors, venture capital firms, evergreen investors, revolving loan fund managers, community development financial institutions, nonprofit lenders, and intermediaries who are interested in regenerative farming. The University of California, Merced, Office of Research and Economic Development (ORED) invites expressions of interest from investment capital firms and investor groups to participate in the development and support of regenerative agriculture initiatives. These initiatives may include grants, recoverable grants, debt, revenue-based financing, and equity, especially within the Central Valley. They are particularly interested in exploring innovative financial models which prioritize positive regenerative farming outcomes (e.g., addressing the needs of farmers, farmworker safety, soil health, biodiversity, etc.) over traditional financial returns. Their aim is to catalyze economic development through high-quality job creation in regenerative agriculture, leveraging practices that restore and enhance the ecological health of the region. https://lnkd.in/gnnM9pGx

Unlock the secrets of a thriving agricultural future as we converse with industry titans Will Harris, Howard Halderman, and Don Colter. They bring to the table an in-depth exploration of the delicate interplay between investment strategies and sustainable farm management. Dive into the symbiotic relationship of yields and returns and how seasoned experts like Howard balance the stewardship of a family legacy alongside the creation of institutional farmland portfolios. As the conversation deepens, learn how these thought leaders navigate the challenge of aligning short-term investor expectations with the long-term value of regenerative agriculture. Discover the innovative approaches that allow investors to foster sustainable farming methods without the onus of land ownership. Our guests share their wisdom on incentivizing investment in regenerative agriculture for a sustainable future, highlighting the promise of higher market values for well-managed, environmentally conscious farms. This episode is more than just a conversation; it's a roadmap for the future of agriculture, where the health of our land is the foundation for prosperity. Join us in this episode. Tune in now! https://lnkd.in/gdVHzDrH #RanchMarketInsights #AdventureRanchingTips #MasteringRanchLifestyle #RanchInvestor #Ranch

The future of agriculture is regenerative, as the future of humankind is build on the foundation of nutrition. It is how beauty is created from the ground up, and within.

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Join the community using capital to unlock regenerative farming: Attend the 2024 Regenerative Food Systems Investment Forum this October 9-10 in Denver. This forum brings together 450 investors, capital activators, and critical stakeholders to activate capital across the regenerative food system. It really is THE gathering for learning the why, how and where to invest capital in agriculture and food for financial and impact returns. We attended in the past and became huge fans...and this year we’re speaking! Agrology’s Charlie Dubbe and Braga Fresh Family Farms' Eric Morgan will host the fireside chat “Tools for Transitioning Growers at Scale," discussing how to seize opportunities, break barriers and apply data to regenerative transitions. We’ll highlight Braga’s journey, what they’ve learned and how they use ground-truth impact data to understand, build, and scale their healthy soil practices. Excited to be a part of the RFSI community. We hope you’ll join us. Learn more and register here ➡  https://lnkd.in/gPQhn2xd Use AGROLOGY10 for 10% off your registration. #RFSIForum24 #investing #aginvesting #impactinvesting #farming #regenerativeagriculture #foodsystems #naturalcapital #sustainability #agtech

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So proud to be part of such an important project promoting a more sustainable future. If you missed this screening you can find out more about the film and catch a future screening here - https://lnkd.in/dKAeVeRQ #sustainability #regenerative