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Land & Everything Else
Land & Everything Else is dedicated to demystifying the world of alternative investments. Brought to you by the department of Agriculture and Consumer Economics within the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois, Land and Everything Else will explore the nuts and bolts of non-stock and bond investing. From dirt to derivatives, this podcast will guide financial planners, wealth managers and consumers into the land of alternative investing.
Land & Everything Else
2. Getting to the Root: Understanding the Opportunities and Challenges of Farmland Investment
Join Dr. Craig Lemoine and Ailie Elmore as they discuss the crucial “why” behind their educational practices and interest in alternative investments. As many students begin to enter the financial world, we share the skills needed to succeed in the industry.
Ailie Elmore shares her research and process of becoming a “mini-expert” in the farmland located right in her backyard. Discover how this asset class has sprouted impressive returns and learn about the complex drivers—from geopolitical tensions to regional water rights—that make farmland a compelling slice of a well-rounded investment platter.
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