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Area One Farms
Area One Farms is an equity partner for Canadian farmers, bridging agriculture and equity through partnership rather than leasing or debt. It helps quality...
Area One Farms
Area One Farms is an equity partner for Canadian farmers, bridging agriculture and equity through partnership rather than leasing or debt. It helps quality Canadian farmers expand operations, buy out landlords, improve land, and reach scale in a stable, committed partnership. The firm invests alongside farmers so they retain operational control while sharing income and appreciation.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2011
Location
Region
North America
Country
Canada
City
Toronto
Corporate office
Toronto, ON, Canada
Principals
Joelle Faulkner
Founder and CEO
Joelle Faulkner
CEO
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What types of agriculture assets does Area One Farms target?
The firm invests in permanent crops, row-crop operations, and vertically integrated food processing companies. Its strategy covers both production agriculture and value-added processing, with a geographic focus on Canada and the United States.
Does the firm operate the farms it acquires?
Area One partners with existing farm operators and management teams, keeping them in place post-acquisition. The firm contributes strategic oversight, capital for expansion, and operational support without displacing founding families.
What is the firm's geographic focus?
Area One invests across Canada and the United States, targeting both broadacre row-crop regions and specialty crop areas suited to permanent-planting agriculture.
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