Today, many investors are looking for opportunities beyond stocks and bonds.

They want to own a stake in businesses that have a solid foundation, a respected track record and significant upside for the future.

Agribusinesses, which serve Canada’s world-class farmers, fit the bill exceptionally well. In many cases, agribusiness owners are looking to monetize their years of hard work and risk-taking. They’re open to being purchased by a knowledgeable buyer that values what they’ve built over the years – and wants to continue it.

Harvest Acquisitions Investors

Harvest Acquisitions is made up of investors who all have a strong connection to agriculture and have the common goal of investing in Canadian Agribusiness. Investors are made up of people who have been determined to fit the following criteria for involvement

Investor must be known by a board member, investor or employee of Harvest or have an introduction and recommendation from a trusted individual
Investor must have the financial means to make investments and support investments. A minimum commitment of $200,000 is required to be an investor
Investors must have a business diversification desire and be progressive businesspeople.
Investors must understand the risks that will exist in the investments and accept those risks
Investors must be prepared to make introductions to key contacts which may help the group in finding and managing opportunities and to be willing to provide their expertise as required in vetting opportunities
Investors must have a longer-term investment horizon for these investments

Investment Philosophy

Canadian Agribusiness

Focus on Canadian Agribusiness, particularly in Western Canada, to minimize risk and ensure relatability and understanding for investors. Opportunities may include food processing, cleaning, packing, distribution, independent parts and service businesses, equipment manufacturing, specialized equipment distribution, and agricultural technology.

High Cashflow

Prioritize businesses with strong, consistent annual cash flows over those requiring substantial ongoing capital investments. This strategy aims to cater to investors, particularly farmers, seeking diversification from asset-heavy farming operations into businesses offering robust cash flows, thereby minimizing the need for significant additional capital investment.

Business Size

Target businesses with annual EBITA earnings between $1,000,000 and $6,000,000. Acquisitions within this range offer a manageable size and scale that investors find relatable, presenting potential benefits.

Business Stage

While startups may be considered, the primary focus will be on established businesses in the growth and scale-up phases due to their lower risk profile. These businesses are already profitable but still have growth potential that can be captured by investors. Businesses in decline will generally be avoided due to the complexities and management attention required for successful turnarounds.