?? The Merits of Investing in Organic Farmland ?? In the March issue of Alternative Investor Portal, our CEO, Christopher Zuehlsdorff, explores why investing in organic farmland is an exciting opportunity with immense potential for those looking to make a meaningful impact while achieving solid returns. "The potential for growth is both economically attractive and aligned with the increasing demand for food produced with stronger environmental and human health outcomes. According to the Organic Trade Association, organic grocery sales outpaced non-organic by more than a 2-to-1 margin. Consistent organic price premiums lead to higher farm profitability." ?? Read Christopher's full insights in the March 2025 publication here: https://lnkd.in/enWHSXwm ?? Want to stay in the loop with future issues of The Alternative Investor? Subscribe to their newsletter today and get exclusive updates on investment opportunities that matter. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/dvhKfG9D #IroquoisValley #FarmersFirst #StrategicGrowth #ESG #OrganicInvesting #InvestingForImpact #OrganicFarming #RegenerativeFarming #FamilyFarm #SustainableAgriculture #FarmlandTransition #SustainableAgriculture #Organic #OrganicFood #RegenerativeAgriculturalTransition #ImpactInvesting
Iroquois Valley Farmland REIT
金融服务
Chicago，Illinois 2,486 位关注者
Providing long-term capital to organic, regenerative and transitioning farmers across America.
关于我们
Founded in 2007, Iroquois Valley? envisions an agricultural system transformed through land stewardship, rooted in organic farmland, for the health of people, communities, and our planet. Structured as a real estate investment trust (REIT), a public benefit corp, and a B Corp that is registered with the SEC, Iroquois Valley offers long-term leases, flexible mortgages, and post-investment support to organic, regenerative and transitioning farmers across America. With a portfolio of nearly 130 farmland investments, 32,000 acres of farmland, and over $115 million in assets, Iroquois Valley provides more than 900 impact-driven individuals and institutions the opportunity to invest in farmers and farm families across the U.S.
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https://iroquoisvalleyfarms.com/
Iroquois Valley Farmland REIT的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 金融服务
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 总部
- Chicago，Illinois
- 类型
- 私人持股
- 创立
- 2007
- 领域
- Sustainable Agriculture、Organic farmland investing、Impact Investment - Certified B Corp、Increase integrity of the food supply、Investment secured by Healthy soils that feed us、Organic Agriculture、Triple bottom line和Regenerative Agriculture
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1720 W Division St
US，Illinois，Chicago，60622
Iroquois Valley Farmland REIT员工
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Our charitable affiliate, the Healing Soils Foundation, is doing important work to help farmers stay afloat in these turbulent times. We urge you to lend your support and share with your networks!
?? Announcing the Regenerative Farmer Assurance Fund (RFAF) ?? Right now, farmers across the Midwest are facing an urgent financial crisis due to federal funding delays, freezes, and bureaucratic slowdowns. These farmers rely on critical conservation and infrastructure grants to sustain their land, grow food, and invest in regenerative practices that restore soil health, protect water resources, and build climate resilience. But with delayed funding and continued uncertainty, many are being forced to take on unnecessary financial risks just to keep farming and projects going. At Healing Soils Foundation (HSF), we refuse to let government inaction threaten the future of regenerative and organic agriculture. That’s why we’re stepping up with the Regenerative Farmer Assurance Fund (RFAF)—a lifeline for farmers waiting on delayed reimbursements or frozen programs. How RFAF Works: ? Farmers facing reimbursement delays can apply for an emergency grant to cover essential expenses. ? If the expected funding arrives, the grant is repaid, keeping the fund sustainable for other farmers in need. ? If the reimbursement never comes, the grant converts to direct aid, ensuring that farmers aren’t left with an unfair financial burden. ?? Farmers—Apply Now! If you are an organic or regenerative farmer experiencing delays in federal reimbursements from EQIP, CSP, RFSI, or other conservation grant programs, you may be eligible for an RFAF emergency grant. Don’t wait—apply today! ?? https://lnkd.in/g-_ryTPz ?? How You Can Help: Our work relies on donors and partners to help us grow this critical fund. With your support, we can: ? Ensure farmers stay financially stable while waiting for reimbursements ? Keep conservation and regenerative agriculture projects moving forward ? Build a sustainable revolving fund that continues to support farmers long-term ?? Join Us in Taking Action! Farmers shouldn’t have to bear the burden of government inaction alone. With your help, we can ensure they have the financial security they need to keep growing, regenerating soil, and strengthening our food system. ?? Donate Today: https://lnkd.in/eJCcy78F ?? Learn More & Apply: https://lnkd.in/g-_ryTPz #RegenerativeFarming #SoilHealth #HealingSoils #FarmersFirst #SustainableAgriculture #FundTheFarmers #Midwest
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Last month, our team was privileged to attend Marbleseed in La Crosse, WI. It is always inspiring to learn from farmers, take time to connect, and share insights. . This year, three of our Iroquois Valley farmers presented: ?? Paul Hoffman participated in a panel on diversifying crop rotations in the corn belt. ?? John and Halee Wepking of Meadowlark Farm, alongside Mark Doudlah of Doudlah Farms Organics, shared their expertise on alternative grains and legumes. . Engaging with peers in the farming community and continuing to advance organic, regenerative agricultural practices is always an enriching experience. . #IroquoisValley #FarmersFirst #StrategicGrowth #ESG #OrganicInvesting #InvestingForImpact #OrganicFarming #RegenerativeFarming #FamilyFarm #SustainableAgriculture #FarmlandTransition #SustainableAgriculture #Organic #OrganicFood #RegenerativeAgriculturalTransition #ImpactInvesting
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?? We hope you will join us on April 2! ??
Discover how Iroquois Valley is scaling organic, regenerative agriculture through strategic investment partnerships with row crop farmers across the United States. This webinar will showcase Iroquois Valley Farmland REIT’s?18-year track record of building collaborative,?innovative?approaches that benefit investors, farmers, and the environment. Join us on April 2nd and hear from Iroquois Valley team members, learn about their tangible pillars of impact, and gain insights from a farmer’s firsthand experience of transitioning to organic practices. Learn more and register for free here ?? https://lnkd.in/eK9YhJHR #regenerative #organic #farmers #regenerativefarming #investing #investment #webinar
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“Farmland loss isn’t rapid, but it’s continuous,” Smidt says; nor is it limited to coastal areas with large population growth. Rural states with top-quality land, such as Kansas and Iowa, also are losing ground... What does this mean for farming’s next generation? A tough row to hoe for those without family help." At Iroquois Valley, we know patient capital's vital role in supporting young farmers to ensure that farmland stays farmland. This recent article by Successful Farming outlines some of the biggest hurdles for farmers in the current transfer of agricultural land from one generation to the next: https://lnkd.in/esmxRYzr #IroquoisValley?#FarmersFirst?#StrategicGrowth?#ESG?#OrganicInvesting?#InvestingForImpact?#OrganicFarming?#RegenerativeFarming?#FamilyFarm?#SustainableAgriculture?#FarmlandTransition?#SustainableAgriculture?#Organic?#OrganicFood?#RegenerativeAgriculturalTransition?#ImpactInvesting
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?? Mark Your Calendars! ?? On April 2nd at 12pm CST, join us for an insightful webinar hosted by Regenerative Food Systems Investment and Iroquois Valley Farmland REIT ?? What’s in store? - Learn how Iroquois Valley is scaling organic, regenerative agriculture through strategic investment partnerships with row crop farmers across the U.S. - Hear from a farmer in our portfolio about their journey transitioning to organic practices. - Discover the tangible pillars of impact that drive our collaborative, innovative approach. ?? This is your chance to see how we’re creating positive change for farmers, investors, and the environment – all while delivering triple-bottom-line returns. ?? Click here to learn more & register: https://lnkd.in/eK9YhJHR #IroquoisValley?#FarmersFirst?#StrategicGrowth?#ESG?#OrganicInvesting?#InvestingForImpact?#OrganicFarming?#RegenerativeFarming?#FamilyFarm?#SustainableAgriculture?#FarmlandTransition?#SustainableAgriculture?#Organic?#OrganicFood?#RegenerativeAgriculturalTransition?#CarbonCapture?#ImpactInvesting
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?? As we begin 2025,?our team is working closely with our portfolio of farmers across the U.S.?We want to?ensure they have the support they need to continue their work as successful organic land stewards,?given the federal funding freezes and grant program adjustments.?We remain steadfast in our commitment to providing organic, regenerative farmers with stable, long-term financing. ?? To learn more about our 2024 fourth-quarter gains and first investment of 2025, read our February newsletter here: https://conta.cc/41bWt6n Photo:?Johnson Family Farm #IroquoisValley?#FarmersFirst?#StrategicGrowth?#ESG?#OrganicInvesting?#InvestingForImpact?#OrganicFarming?#RegenerativeFarming?#FamilyFarm?#SustainableAgriculture?#FarmlandTransition?#SustainableAgriculture?#Organic?#OrganicFood?#RegenerativeAgriculturalTransition?#CarbonCapture?#ImpactInvesting
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?? Check out this great local spotlight on Rayfield Meat Center, a beloved country store and USDA-inspected processing facility in the heart of North Carolina owned by our farmers, Shawn and Jennifer Hatley of Eli's Ridge. . Shawn and Jennifer are fourth-generation farmers in Oakboro, a suburb of Charlotte, who raise sheep, pigs, cows, ducks, and chickens with their sons, Blake and Eli. Their farm is Animal Welfare Approved and employs organic, regenerative farming principles with perennial pasture and forest-based farming systems (also known as silvopasture). . As Iroquois Valley’s first investment in North Carolina, we partnered on their purchase of a 108-acre property from Shawn’s father, David Hatley,?enabling the younger generation of Hatleys to expand operations and take on ownership of their father’s land. Watch the spotlight on the store here: https://lnkd.in/edJ-CQMf #IroquoisValley?#FarmersFirst?#StrategicGrowth?#ESG?#OrganicInvesting?#InvestingForImpact?#OrganicFarming?#RegenerativeFarming?#FamilyFarm?#SustainableAgriculture?#FarmlandTransition?#SustainableAgriculture?#Organic?#OrganicFood?#RegenerativeAgriculturalTransition?#ImpactInvesting
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Our partners at the Organic Farming Research Foundation have great recommendations for what you can do to support organic agriculture in these shifting political times. Take a look below ??
Public funding for organic research and operations is critical for the future of our food and agricultural systems. From improving soil health to developing regionally adapted seed varieties, these investments drive innovation, resilience, and sustainability. Right now, we need your voice to ensure continued support. Here’s how you can help: ??? Talk to your Members of Congress – Lawmakers need to hear directly from researchers and farmers about why organic research matters. Visit our #GetActive page for a step-by-step guide on reaching out (https://lnkd.in/gXGtvhg9) ?? ?Write a Letter to the Editor – Raising public awareness is just as important as informing policymakers. A well-placed LTE can amplify the need for robust federal funding. Sharing your story makes a difference! If you have been affected by these firings, please reach out to us so we can connect you with networks that are working to raise awareness and share these stories through confidential channels that our partners are developing with members of Congress and the Media. Contact [email protected] or call this privacy protected signal number if you have concerns about privacy of communication: 207-408-3086. And stay tuned—we’ll be rolling out even more tools and materials soon to help you speak up for organic agriculture. #OrganicResearch #GetActive #FundOrganicAg #InvestInOrganic
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?? We are excited to announce a new partnership between the Rodale Institute and Iroquois Valley to accelerate the movement of more farmland to USDA Organic Certified production. In this collaboration, Rodale Institute’s Organic Consulting Team will launch two key pilot programs with Iroquois Valley farmers in 2025. These programs are aimed at helping farmers transition to and thrive in organic, regenerative agriculture.? . The programs will provide 10 Iroquois Valley farmers free access to Rodale Institute’s Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP), offering support in weed and pest management, crop rotation, certification, and more. Select farmers will also receive multi-year strategic guidance from Rodale to strengthen their operations. By combining Rodale Institute’s research expertise with Iroquois Valley’s farmer-first investment approach,?we’re accelerating the shift to a more resilient, regenerative future. ?. Learn more about the programs in our press release here: https://lnkd.in/eUUdsgSi #IroquoisValley?#FarmersFirst?#StrategicGrowth?#ESG?#OrganicInvesting?#InvestingForImpact?#OrganicFarming?#RegenerativeFarming?#FamilyFarm?#SustainableAgriculture?#FarmlandTransition?#SustainableAgriculture?#Organic?#OrganicFood?#RegenerativeAgriculturalTransition?#ImpactInvesting
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