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Why Farmland Investing Matters in a Growing World

Written by Versus Capital Investment Team | Jun 26, 2025 4:00:00 PM

By 2050, the United Nations projects the global population will reach 9 billion, increasing the demand for food by 60%. Yet while demand grows, the amount of arable land per person is steadily shrinking.

For investors, this global pressure on food supply means:

  • Rising demand for agricultural output
  • Steady long-term income potential
  • Asset appreciation driven by structural tailwinds

We believe farmland is more than a hedge against market volatility – it’s a long-term play on one of the most predictable curves in the global economy.

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