There has been a great deal of controversy about foreign ownership and investment in US Agricultural Land over the last few years, stirring up fears of foreign control of the very land that feeds us. But what are the real figures? In which states is it most prevalent and what is the status of foreign ownership restrictions in each state? Here we take a deep dive into the real numbers to provide some context
Read MoreFor most Idaho groundwater users in the Eastern Snake Plain Aquifer (ESPA) the Curtailment Order issued by the IDWR on May 30th,2024 was seen as a death blow that came out of nowhere.
Read MoreFor our second trimester Strategy & Execution Planning meetings this May our team had the pleasure to immerse ourselves in the rich lands and culture of Arkansas for strategic planning and farm tours, fried bologna sandwiches, Mosquitoes from hell, and a fire alarm for boiled peanuts.
Read MoreThe second installment in a Deep Dive into a truly global specialty crop.
Read MoreRow Crop Farmland rolling annual appreciation rate continued its downward trend at 5.6%, down from 6.4% in Q4 2023.
Read MoreThe 2022 Idaho Agricultural census confirmed what all Idahoans knew; we are losing farms, ranches, and harvestable forest lands. Since the 2017 Agricultural census there were 143,949 less reported acres in production agriculture. A new Idaho law may help slow that.
Read MoreDue Diligence is at the core of what we do at Scythe & Spade. Recently we were engaged to represent a seller on a large hazelnut orchard in the Pacific Northwest. Join us as we take a three-part look at what we have learned about the hazelnut industry.
Read MoreScythe & Spade continues to build its GIS mapping and analytical capabilities with the addition of Scout Mauch as GIS Analyst.
Read MoreUS Row Crop Farmland NCREIF quarter on quarter values spiked in Q4 2023 from 0.25% in Q3 to 2.8% in Q4 and up 6.4% year on year.
Read MoreWhile technology has enabled seamless remote collaboration, there's no substitute for the rich dynamics that in-person meetings bring. Investing in face-to-face interactions for a remote team is an investment in building a resilient, high-performing, and united workforce. There are at least five ways in which we improve our team skills every time we meet:
Read MoreIt’s that time of year at Scythe and Spade where our team comes together to set goals and objectives for 2024 and to discuss our strategy.
Read MoreAfter what could arguably be some of the toughest drought years in the south and a hellish calving season in the west, ranchers finally have a reason to smile. Record breaking calf and cull cow prices this year have far exceeded expectations.
Read MoreUS Row Crop Farmland value gains continue to cool in the third quarter of this year according to the latest NCREIF data, but still remain positive.
Read MoreIs there anyone wiser than a toddler? I’m convinced all of our biggest problems could be solved by connecting more with these little geniuses. One of my favorite toddlerisms is the infamous “why” stage: where these fun-sized humans barrage everything (and everyone) with the question, “why?”.
Read MoreLeading a business shares several key attributes with piloting an aircraft. Both roles require vision, strategic planning, adaptability, strong communication, and the ability to navigate through unexpected challenges.
Read MoreScythe & Spade would like to warmly welcome Sidnee Rose Hill to the Scythe & Spade family as our new Financial Analyst. Sidnee will be supporting Scythe & Spade clients both internal and external farmland acquisitions/dispositions real estate activities, due diligence studies, and market research.
Read MoreClarifying NCREIF Return Figures
Read MoreUS Row Crop Farmland shows signs of cooling in the first two quarters of this year according to the latest NCREIF data. As can be seen above, the quarterly [appreciation rate of 1.0% is down from 2.4% the previous quarter, while the latest year-on-year increase (sum of current and previous three quarterly figures) is 8.7%, down slightly from 9.0% the previous quarter.
Read MoreIn the fast-paced and increasingly competitive world of Ag Investing, organizations are constantly seeking innovative ways to boost productivity, achieve targets, and foster a collaborative work environment. From our founding in 1998, we have implemented and strived to support a team-based sales and service culture, but like any strategy, there are both pros and cons of such a culture.
Read MoreScythe & Spade would like to warmly welcome Rosalie Hagglund to the Scythe & Spade family as our new Systems & Services Analyst
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