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Conservation Resources Impact Forestry Strategy

Characteristics and Return Drivers

Biological Growth and Land Appreciation

Forestry property values are enhanced by biological growth of trees, real increases in timber prices, and land appreciation.

Low Correlation to Other Asset Classes

Historically, forestry strategies have shown low correlation to equities and fixed income, as well as a positive correlation to inflation.

Tax Advantages

Forestry investing offers potential tax benefits through depletion and capital gains treatments.

Land Appreciation Rate

Forestry benefits from historic land appreciation of 4.65% per year.3

Conservation Resources’ Impact Forestry Strategy employs a multi-pronged approach

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High-Quality Forestry Properties

We invest in institutional-quality forestry properties with attractive timber fundamentals throughout the United States, offering significant growth potential .

02

Impact-Focused Strategy

Our strategy centers on regenerative practices aimed at improving soil health, enhancing biodiversity, and fostering climate resilience, positioning us at the forefront of sustainable forestry.

03

Collaborative Partnerships

We partner with conservation groups, governmental bodies, and non-governmental organizations to enhance conservation impact, improve returns, and de-risk investments by fostering collaboration.

04

Value Chain Innovation

CR’s Forestry Strategy introduces value chain assets in both upstream and downstream forestry opportunities, providing diversification and maximizing the potential for long-term returns.

Team and Expertise
The investment team comprises experienced professionals with backgrounds in timberland investment, agronomy, and soil science. We were pioneers in partnering with conservation as well as government and non-government entities to protect land and endangered species while enhancing value for our investors. We are now pioneers in regenerative practices to improve soil health.
Paul Young
Chief Executive Officer
Stavros Koutsantonis
Chief Operating Officer; Managing Director, Agriculture
Kent Gilges
Chief Conservation Officer
Deborah Fortin
Chief Financial Officer; Chief Compliance Officer.
Shea Flanagan
Director of Sustainability and Strategy
Jamey Chumbler
Managing Director, Forestry
Jed Waddell
Director of Operations of Agriculture Strategy
Matt Sault
Acquisitions and Portfolio Management of Agriculture Strategy
Slade Gleaton
Director of Operations of Forestry
Alex Londeau
Director of Acquisitions of Forestry
Dag Rutherford
Director of Integrated Investments & Strategy
Recognition and Awards
Conservation Resources won the Global Impact Fund Manager of the Year award from the Agri Investor Awards, recognizing their significant contributions to conservation efforts in 2022.
Farmland Deal of the Year – Americas1
Conservation Resources won Farmland Deal of the Year – Americas in the Agri-Investor Awards for their Moxee Valley Orchard integrated permanent crop property in WA.
Conservation Resources won the 2023 Environmental Fund of the Year (North America) award, recognizing their leadership in sustainable investment and conservation efforts.
Conclusion

Conservation Resources’ Impact Forestry Strategy centers on US timberland, leveraging regenerative and impact-focused strategies that aim to address environmental challenges.

CR’s experienced team, strategic partnerships, and recognition in the industry underscore its potential for sustainable growth and positive impact.