Agri is such a diverse sector with varying strategies and risk/return profiles that it is unlikely there will ever be one common fee structure – but consensus is decidedly moving away from the 2-and-20-style model.
Aquaculture could be an exciting ride for investors prepared to invest across the value chain and the globe.
A strong start to 2015 has bolstered an air of confidence among agri fund managers for the year ahead.
The US timber and farmland markets are set for a busy year, with some saying 2015 will be the best window within the last five years for institutional investors to allocate to farmland. But will buyers or sellers prevail?
Opportunities can become harder – and more expensive – to find as the playing field becomes more crowded. Is there 'too much capital chasing too few deals' already?
As the year draws to a close, I couldn’t resist amending 'The 12 days of Christmas' carol to help you all celebrate the festive season. NB: We are closed until January 5 but will still be publishing excellent content each day.
For agri-focused investment managers, the need to inform the investing community about the opportunity is still as relevant as ever.
Animal health is an increasingly lucrative sub-sector of the agribusiness investment market.
Conversations in London this week centred on a potential shift in institutional demand and the surprise upwards tick in commodities futures.
Strategic investors are set to play an increasing role in agri investment globally and asset management firms should be open to aligning with them.