Fountain Creek Farm is a 78-acre productive corn and soybean property located in Northeastern Illinois, approximately 120 miles south of Chicago. The farm features excellent infrastructure, extensive drainage tile work completed in 2017, and three-road frontage that enhances accessibility and long-term value.

With a Productivity Index Rating of 120.4 (out of a 47–147 range), this property ranks among the higher-performing farmland assets in its region. Nearly 95% of the acreage is tillable, and historical crop yields have consistently outperformed county averages. The farm is currently leased through 2021 under a flex rental agreement that aligns farmer and investor interests.

The flex lease structure provides investors with a stable annual cash payment while offering upside potential if commodity prices or yields surpass pre-set thresholds. This approach supports both financial predictability and growth opportunity. The property also benefits from its proximity to other GreenYield-managed farms, providing regional efficiency in oversight and management.

Why We Selected This Property

• Strong location with excellent soil productivity and a high tillable acreage ratio.
• Extensive drainage tile work completed in 2017, improving soil health and yield reliability.
• Flex lease provides both stable income and profit-sharing potential during strong crop seasons.
• 5–10 year target hold period with consistent cash flow and long-term appreciation potential.
• Professionally managed by GreenYield Management with a standard annual management fee of 0.75%.
• Anticipated annual cash distributions occur every December 15, beginning December 2020.

Financial Summary

Exit Notes

The Fountain Creek Farm was purchased for $595,579 on August 4, 2020 and sold for a gross price of $977,000 on September 28, 2023. Over the lifetime of the investment, GreenYield 129, LLC distributed a total of $990,106 to its investors. The sale benefited from a multi-farm buyer seeking to complete a tax-advantaged exchange, which significantly enhanced sale value and investor returns.

Risk Factors

Agricultural investments carry inherent risks including weather variability, commodity price changes, and operational management challenges. While GreenYield conducts comprehensive due diligence, returns are subject to both market and environmental factors.

• Volatility in crop prices may impact rental income and capital appreciation.
• Extreme weather events or crop disease may reduce yield performance.
• Operational issues or tenant challenges could influence cash flow timing.
• Farmland investments are illiquid and designed for long-term investors.

Disclosures

Alternative asset investments involve risk including potential loss of principal. These investments are not traded publicly and may be impacted by tax or policy changes. Investors purchase shares in a GreenYield entity that owns the farmland directly rather than owning physical acres.

All figures and projections are based on information believed to be reliable but are not guaranteed. Images may be representative and not taken directly on-site. GreenYield and its affiliates are not obligated to revise or update this material after publication.

Contact

For more information or to request the Private Placement Memorandum, please contact GreenYield Investor Services at support@greenyield.co.uk.