Agriculture as an Asset Class
Explore agriculture as a financial asset. Learn about farmland investment, economic drivers, ownership structures, and modern agricultural finance.
Course Cost
Free course
Intermediate
Skill Level
9 Hours
Self-paced lessons
This course examines modern agriculture as an accessible and lucrative asset class for investors. Students will gain insights into the financial performance of the capital-intensive agricultural industry, exploring its scale, structure, and capital frameworks. The curriculum covers the balance sheet and capital structure of agriculture, farmland as an institutional investment, economic drivers impacting performance, farmland ownership patterns, financing institutions, risk management strategies, and modern issues in agricultural investing. Through a mix of lectures, panel discussions, and case studies, participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of agriculture as a financial asset and its place in investment portfolios.
What you'll learn
Describe the balance sheet and capital structure of agriculture
Analyze the economic drivers impacting the performance of farmland as an institutional investment
Characterize the producers and investors of farmland
Explain financing institutions associated with agriculture investing
Understand risk management strategies for farmland investments
Examine modern issues and trends in agricultural investing
Analyze land transfer options and related tax considerations
Evaluate the historical performance of farmland as an investment
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
2.9 Hours PreRecorded video
6 assignments
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
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There are 4 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of agriculture as a financial asset class. Students will examine the unique characteristics of agricultural investments, focusing on farmland as a core asset. The curriculum covers key topics including the balance sheet and capital structure of agriculture, economic drivers affecting farmland performance, ownership patterns, financing institutions, and risk management strategies. Participants will analyze the perspectives of both producers and institutional investors, gaining insights into the motivations behind farmland investments. The course also addresses modern issues in agricultural investing, including tax considerations, opportunity zones, and environmental factors. Through a combination of video lectures, panel discussions, and practical assignments, students will develop a thorough understanding of how agriculture fits into investment portfolios and the broader financial landscape.
ORIENTATION & MODULE 1 Balance Sheet and Capital Structure of Agriculture
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
ORIENTATION & MODULE 1 Balance Sheet and Capital Structure of Agriculture
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
MODULE 3 Who Owns Farmland and Why
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
MODULE 4 Financing Institutions, Risk Management, and Modern Issues in Agriculture Investing
Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Payment options
Financial Aid
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