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Gladstone Land Corporation (LAND)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: LAND (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $10.67
1 Year Target Price $10.67
2 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
5 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -26.55% | Avg. Invested days 35 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 319.87M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 10.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 10.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 1.11 | 52 Weeks Range 8.47 - 14.20 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 8.47 - 14.20 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.24% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.44 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-07 | When - | Estimate -0.21 | Actual -0.384 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 10.7% | Operating Margin (TTM) -3.7% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.94% | Return on Equity (TTM) 1.13% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 785791376 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.4 |
Enterprise Value 785791376 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.4 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 10.8 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.46 | Shares Outstanding 36184700 | Shares Floating 33643409 |
Shares Outstanding 36184700 | Shares Floating 33643409 | ||
Percent Insiders 7 | Percent Institutions 45.38 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Gladstone Land Corporation

Company Overview
History and Background
Gladstone Land Corporation was founded in 1997 and went public in 2013. It operates as a real estate investment trust (REIT) that invests in farmland and farm-related properties located in major agricultural markets in the United States.
Core Business Areas
- Farmland Ownership and Leasing: Acquiring and owning farmland, then leasing it to farmers on a net-lease basis. Focuses on farms growing fresh produce and permanent crops.
- Sale-Leaseback Transactions: Purchasing farmland from farmers and then leasing it back to them under long-term lease agreements.
Leadership and Structure
David Gladstone serves as the Chairman, President, and CEO. The company operates with a board of directors and a management team overseeing acquisitions, leasing, and property management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Farmland Leases: Leasing farmland to farmers primarily growing specialty crops (fruits, vegetables, and nuts). Market share is fragmented as the farmland market is vast and localized. Competitors include individual landowners, other REITs, and private equity firms investing in agriculture. Revenue is generated through rental income from leases.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The agricultural land market is influenced by commodity prices, weather patterns, technological advancements, and government policies. Demand for farmland is driven by the need for food production and increasing global population. Investing in farmland offers inflation hedging and diversification benefits.
Positioning
Gladstone Land Corporation is positioned as a specialized REIT focused on farmland, offering investors exposure to agricultural real estate. Its competitive advantage lies in its expertise in farmland acquisition and management, as well as its established relationships with farmers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The estimated TAM for farmland in the US is in the trillions of dollars. Gladstone Land Corporation's current AUM represents a small percentage of this TAM, indicating significant growth potential.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Specialized REIT focused on farmland
- Diversified portfolio of farmland across different geographic regions and crop types
- Experienced management team
- Long-term lease agreements with farmers
- Monthly dividend payments
Weaknesses
- Reliance on rental income from farmland leases
- Exposure to risks associated with agricultural production (weather, pests, diseases)
- High debt levels
- Relatively small market capitalization compared to other REITs
Opportunities
- Increasing demand for farmland due to population growth and food security concerns
- Acquisition of additional farmland properties
- Expansion into new geographic regions and crop types
- Potential for increased rental rates
- Technological advancements in agriculture (precision farming, automation)
Threats
- Fluctuations in commodity prices
- Changes in government policies related to agriculture
- Rising interest rates
- Competition from other farmland investors
- Climate change and its impact on agricultural production
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- AGRE (Agree Realty Corporation)
- LAND (Gladstone Commercial Corporation)
- Farmland Partners (FPI)
Competitive Landscape
Gladstone Land Corporation differentiates itself by focusing exclusively on farmland. Its competitors may have broader investment mandates.
Major Acquisitions
Watermelon Farms
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 26.2
- Strategic Rationale: Expansion into a new geographic region and crop type (watermelons).
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: The company has grown through acquisitions of farmland properties. Growth has been fueled by debt financing and equity offerings.
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to come from continued acquisitions of farmland and increases in rental rates. Analyst estimates vary depending on assumptions about interest rates and agricultural market conditions.
Recent Initiatives: Focusing on acquiring higher-value farmland, improving lease terms, and managing operating expenses.
Summary
Gladstone Land Corporation is a specialized REIT focusing on farmland, offering investors exposure to agricultural real estate. Its strengths include its expertise in farmland acquisition and diversified portfolio of farmland. Weaknesses include high debt levels and exposure to agricultural risks. The company's future success depends on its ability to acquire additional farmland, increase rental rates, and manage its operating expenses effectively.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Investor Presentations
- Analyst Reports
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
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About Gladstone Land Corporation
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters McLean, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-01-29 | Founder, Chairman, CEO & President Mr. David John Gladstone | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry REIT - Specialty | Full time employees - | Website https://www.gladstonefarms.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.gladstonefarms.com |
Founded in 1997, Gladstone Land is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that acquires and owns farmland and farm-related properties located in major agricultural markets in the U.S. The Company currently owns 150 farms, comprised of approximately 103,000 acres in 15 different states and over 55,000 acre-feet of water assets in California. Gladstone Land's farms are predominantly located in regions where its tenants are able to grow fresh produce annual row crops, such as berries and vegetables, which are generally planted and harvested annually. The Company also owns farms growing permanent crops, such as almonds, blueberries, figs, olives, pistachios, and wine grapes, which are generally planted every 20-plus years and harvested annually. Over 30% of the Company's fresh produce acreage is either organic or in transition to become organic, and nearly 20% of its permanent crop acreage falls into this category. The Company may also acquire property related to farming, such as cooling facilities, processing buildings, packaging facilities, and distribution centers. Gladstone Land pays monthly distributions to its stockholders and has paid 147 consecutive monthly cash distributions on its common stock since its initial public offering in January 2013. The current per-share distribution on its common stock is $0.0467 per month, or $0.5604 per year.

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