Building a $350m Holdco of Farms

Jack McCarthy has acquired 27 pistachio & almond farms from retiring owners, with a plan to build & hold for decades. Topics in Jack’s interview:Jack’s fascination with overlooked businessesGold Leaf’s unique business modelAppeal of farmland as a safe and attractive assetHow farms are valuedHow specialty crops compare to row cropsWhat makes a farm high qualityUsing technology to farm efficientlyIncentivizing farm managersConverting conventional farms to organicLong-term nature of agricultureReferences and how to contact Jack:[email protected] LeafGet a complementary pre-acquisition HR & PEO review for your target business:Contact [email protected] or visit Aspen HR Get complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter