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AGRICULTURAL INVESTMENT MANAGMENT
Barnhill Capital Management serves as a holding company with investments concentrated in agriculture, food & beverage, timber land, and farm land. Our focus lies in providing customized investment strategies and specialized expertise geared towards optimizing returns within these sectors for investors, entrepreneurs, generational farms and land owners. We possess a comprehensive understanding of the distinctive and evolving challenges and opportunities inherent to our industry.
CURRENT INVESTMENTS
Southeastern Grain Company, LLC, headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina, is one of the largest grain companies along the Atlantic Coast. Established in 2010, it has expanded to 17 locations across North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Missouri. The company specializes in the storage and distribution of various grains, playing a vital role in the agricultural supply chain for farmers, feed mills, and other agricultural sectors. A strategic partnership with Smithfield Foods ensures a reliable market for its grain products. With a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and sustainability, Southeastern Grain Company is dedicated to supporting the agricultural community and meeting the increasing demand for grain-based products.
Barnhill Land & Timber is the real estate holdings division of the Barnhill family, specializing in the acquisition and management of rural properties. The portfolio includes over 8,000 acres of agricultural land, along with a diverse range of residential rental properties. Focused on long-term land stewardship and sustainable development, Barnhill Land & Timber supports both farming operations and rural residential living. Through strategic investments, the company continues to expand its footprint while preserving the value and productivity of its land assets for future generations.
Cardinal Foods LLC, based in Burgaw, North Carolina, is a leading frozen fruit and vegetable manufacturer specializing in sweet potato products and blueberries. Their product line features frozen sweet potato fries, sweet potato dices, and purees, as well as individually quick-frozen (IQF) blueberries. In 2021, Cardinal Foods expanded its facility, becoming one of the largest sweet potato fry production facilities globally. This expansion, in partnership with Russet House, tripled their sweet potato fry processing capacity and enhanced their ability to serve growers across the eastern United States. Strategically located near major interstates and the Port of Wilmington, Cardinal Foods efficiently distributes its products to national brands, leading retailers, and foodservice distributors.
Established in 1950 in Faison, NC, Burch Farms has earned a strong reputation for exceptional agricultural production, specializing in sweet potatoes, greens, and cabbage. Our employees are deeply involved in the entire farming process, from planting delicate seeds in our greenhouse to carefully cultivating, harvesting, and packing each crop.
Our dedicated sales team effectively meets the needs of major grocery store chains, allowing us to offer contracts for consumables across the U.S. We ensure the quality of our products through a rigorous washing, sorting, and inspection process. From start to finish, Burch Farms bridges the gap between local farming and grocery store availability, delivering high-quality produce to customers.
Our dedicated sales team effectively meets the needs of major grocery store chains, allowing us to offer contracts for consumables across the U.S. We ensure the quality of our products through a rigorous washing, sorting, and inspection process. From start to finish, Burch Farms bridges the gap between local farming and grocery store availability, delivering high-quality produce to customers.
Yamco, located in Snow Hill, North Carolina, is a grower-owned company specializing in the production of bulk aseptic vegetable and fruit purées. Utilizing patented microwave technology, Yamco processes fresh ingredients without additives or preservatives, ensuring high-quality products with superior color, flavor, and nutritional value. Their product line includes purées of sweet potato, cauliflower, carrot, butternut squash, pumpkin, and beets. Yamco serves a diverse customer base, including baby food manufacturers and industrial users who incorporate their purées into baked goods, soups, side dishes, and desserts. Committed to sustainability, Yamco aims to utilize 100% of their crops, creating a zero-waste environment for future generations. They also focus on supporting the local community by fostering innovation and providing professional growth opportunities for employees.
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