Investment Strategies in Ag: A Conversation with Joe Suttles

Joe Suttles, a consultant in ag investing, joins hosts Todd Kuethe and Chad Fiechter in this episode of the Purdue Commercial AgCast to discuss his role and insights into private equity investments in agriculture. Suttles outlines his responsibilities in working with fund managers and managing existing investments to solve issues. He shares insight into the complexities of agricultural investments, emphasizing the importance of long-term focus and the intricate nature of managing agricultural production businesses. The conversation touches on the alignment and agency challenges in ag businesses, the role of institutional investors, and the potential future trends in farm management and consolidation.  Check out all our “Purdue Commercial AgCast” podcast episodes: https://purdue.ag/agcast