One of Harvest Returns’ key company values is a commitment to a sustainable planet through our support to agriculture, farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses. By connecting agriculturists with passive investors, we believe we can build a more resilient food system and help farmers stay in the business of farming. Our portfolio companies are always generating exciting news and updates and we are proud to share their success stories with you.
Read moreBeyond Ag Credit: Exploring Alternative Debt Financing for Agribusiness
For generations, agricultural credit has been the go-to source for agriculture producers seeking capital to expand their operations. While these institutions play a crucial role in supporting the agricultural sector, they aren't the only game in town. A growing number of alternative financing options are emerging, offering farmers greater flexibility and potentially more favorable terms.
Read moreAgTech Media Group Secures Seed Round Investment from Harvest Returns to Drive Expansion and Innovation
AgTech Media Group, a Delaware-based leader in agriculture and AgTech news, is excited to announce the successful completion of its seed funding round, led by Harvest Returns. This investment marks a significant milestone for AgTech Media Group, which was formed in December 2023 following the merger of iGrow News and the Vertical Farming Podcast.
Read moreAg Investment Trends to Watch in 2025
At the end of each year, we generate a list of trends in the agriculture investment space based on what we’re hearing from our own investors and what we observe across the industry. For 2025, here are five trends to watch.
Read moreFields of the Future: How Robotics as a Service is Revolutionizing Agriculture
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Nearly every industry in the United States has faced labor challenges in recent years, and farming is not an exception. Today's agriculture producers are embracing cutting-edge technology and one of the most exciting advancements is Robotics as a Service (RaaS).
Read moreHarvest Returns Announces Partnership with Farm Business Management Platform
Harvest Returns, an online platform for agriculture investing, today announced a partnership with Good Agriculture, a farmer-first, tech-enabled company focused on helping agriculture producers manage the business side of their operations. The partnership entails customer referrals between the two companies for their respective services.
Read morePrivate Credit Agriculture Investments with Harvest Returns
In December of 2022, the global investment company KKR published a study on the benefits of investing in private credit in the current macroeconomic regime. Private credit can provide several benefits to investors who wish to diversify their portfolios while generating risk-adjusted returns.
Read moreForecasting Agriculture Investment Trends for 2024
In many ways, 2023 was an extremely challenging year for agricultural companies raising capital. A spike in interest rates provided risk-free alternatives for investors who might normally allocate into the space, while banks and other lending institutions significantly tightened credit availability. Early stage companies struggled with runway and raising bridge rounds. Though economic headwinds remain, we’re optimistic that 2024 will see an uptick in funding for several areas.
Read moreTop 4 Ways to Connect with the Food System
48% of Americans don't know where chocolate milk comes from, according to the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy. That's nearly half of the population of the U.S. How did we grow so far removed from our food system? More importantly, how do we reconnect with our food system? We listed the top 4 ways to connect with the food system.
Read moreHoliday Gift Guide 2023
If you’re like us, you have some people on your holiday shopping list that you’re not quite sure what to get for them. It’s never too early to start shopping for gifts for your loved-ones this holiday season and we’re here to help. So we present to you… The Harvest Returns Holiday Gift Guide!
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Read moreMeet Our Farmers
Harvest Returns is proud to support agriculture producers across the world. Here are just a few of the innovative farmers and ranchers our investors have helped start or expand their operations.
Read moreRepairing America’s Rangelands While Restoring Bison Herds
Majestic and powerful animals, the bison remains one of the most admirable symbols of the American West. These icons have roamed our prairies and rangelands for thousands of years. Once in numbers reaching into the tens of millions, bison became the life-source for Native Americans who utilized every part of the animal. However, Westward Expansion brought European Americans to the areas occupied by Native American tribes in the 1800s and soon the U.S. Army sought to remove these tribes by removing their main food source: bison. By the late 1880s, the great herds of bison that once dominated the landscape were nearly gone. Now, herds are being restored through conservation efforts with more livestock producers joining the movement.
Read moreInvest Like a Millionaire Athlete
In 2023, many athletes have looked to agriculture to invest their earnings and secure their financial future. In January, over 20 athletes led by Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and Boston Celtics forward Blake Griffin purchased a 104 acre farm in Iowa through an athlete investment program, Patricof Co. These athletes sought to invest in agriculture both to support American farms and farmers, as well as investing in a sustainable and safe asset with historically reliable returns.
Read moreGrowing Opportunities for RNA AgTech Companies
Though most people are likely familiar with RNA (specifically, messenger RNA) technology from its application in COVID-19 vaccines, few have probably heard about its potential uses in agriculture.
Read moreWhy Invest in Functional Foods?
Functional foods are foods that have been shown to have additional health benefits beyond basic nutrition. A functional food can include minimally processed, whole foods along with fortified, enriched or enhanced foods. Generally, these foods have a potentially beneficial effect on health when consumed on a regular basis and at certain levels. They also contain bioactive compounds that can help prevent or manage chronic diseases.
Read moreSponsor Spotlights Vol. 5
Commitment to a sustainable planet through supporting farmers is a key company value here at Harvest Returns. By connecting agriculturists with passive investors, we believe we can build a more resilient food system and help farmers stay in the business of farming. Our team is proud to share in our sponsors' success stories and continue to watch them grow every quarter.
Read more5 Reasons to Invest in Agrivoltaics
Agrivoltaics, also known as "dual-use" farming, is the practice of combining agriculture and solar energy production on the same land. This innovative approach has gained significant attention in recent years, as it offers a range of benefits, including increased food production and renewable energy generation. Explore some of the key reasons why investing in agrivoltaics is a wise decision.
Read moreSponsor Spotlights Vol. 4
Commitment to a sustainable planet through supporting farmers is a key company value here at Harvest Returns. By connecting agriculturists with passive investors, we believe we can build a more resilient food system and help farmers stay in the business of farming. Our team is proud to share in our sponsors' success stories and continue to watch them grow every quarter.
Read moreFour Agriculture Investment Trends To Watch in 2023
Each year, we spend some time researching the latest trends in agriculture and food production that we believe will gain the most attention and traction with investors. Despite some slow down in the economy, we anticipate that 2023 will be another strong year for investments in agriculture across all segments. Below are a few areas we see as attractive to investors wishing to diversify their portfolios in agriculture.
Read moreSponsor Spotlights Vol. 3
Commitment to a sustainable planet through supporting farmers is a key company value here at Harvest Returns. By connecting agriculturists with passive investors, we believe we can build a more resilient food system and help farmers stay in the business of farming. Our team is proud to share in our sponsors' success stories and continue to watch them grow every quarter.
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