AcreTrader
AcreTrader offers farmland investment opportunities through a platform that allows investors to purchase fractional shares of farmland, managing over 51,500 acres and providing tools and resources for informed investing.
AcreTrader Services
AcreTrader provides farmland investment opportunities through its platform, allowing investors to purchase fractional shares of various types of farmland. The platform offers a Farm Value Tool to assist investors in assessing the value of farmland. AcreTrader also has a Learning Center featuring resources on farmland investing, asset allocation, and market research.
Farmland Investment Options on AcreTrader
AcreTrader offers investment opportunities in different types of farmland, including row crops, orchards, and organic farms. Examples include the Green River Farm in Lee County, Illinois, which is a 237-acre corn and soybean farm with a minimum investment of $15,000. AcreTrader also provides a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) investment vehicle called the Central Washington Farmland Trust, consisting of 2,207 acres in Grant and Adams Counties, Washington, with a minimum investment of $100,000.
AcreTrader's Farmland Management
AcreTrader manages over 51,500 acres of farmland, ensuring all aspects of administration and property management through AcreTrader Management, LLC. This includes properties like the Green River Farm, which has Class A soils and has produced substantial yields of corn and soybeans. AcreTrader leases these farmlands to experienced operators, some of whom, like the operator of the Green River Farm, have been farming the land for over 50 years.
AcreTrader Investment Risks
Investments in AcreTrader's farmland offerings are subject to various risks, including volatility in commodity prices, weather events, and operational factors. They are considered illiquid and not suitable for short-term investments. These investments are offered through private placements and are suitable for accredited investors. The investments are not publicly traded and carry a high degree of risk, potentially including the complete loss of principal.
AcreTrader Financial Performance
AcreTrader has funded 153 properties and raised over $372.2 million in total equity, managing a substantial portfolio. Historically, AcreTrader's farmland investments have offered unlevered yields of 3% - 5% for lower-risk properties, showing a strong performance in the agricultural investment sector. The platform supports a regional presence in areas such as Northern Illinois, where it manages over 4,200 acres.