By Gerelyn Terzo, Global AgInvesting
The Kempen SDG Farmland Fund, managed by Netherlands-based Van Lanschot Kempen Investment Management, continues to build its exposure to high-value permanent cropland assets in the United States, consistent with its broader emphasis on sustainable agriculture. The fund has expanded its Pacific Northwest presence through the acquisition of two blueberry operations: the Pan American farm in Oregon and the Othello farm in Washington state. Together spanning several hundred planted hectares, the properties add scale in a region widely recognized for berry production, favorable growing conditions and access to major U.S. markets.
Founded in 1737, Van Lanschot Kempen Investment Management remains one of the Netherlands’ longest-standing financial institutions. The firm operates under the philosophy Kom verder, commonly translated as moving forward together, a framework that informs its long-term, sustainability-oriented investment strategies.
The transaction reflects the fund’s portfolio construction approach, which centers on regenerative farming practices, long-term productivity and high-value crops. The strategy combines environmental objectives with farm-level performance metrics, targeting ecosystem restoration alongside returns derived from crop production and land value appreciation. The acquisitions also highlight the fund’s growing allocation to fruit crops supported by steady consumer demand. Blueberries maintain a consistent presence in U.S. retail channels, benefiting from year-round availability and established consumption patterns.
Within the United States, the Pacific Northwest continues to serve as a core production corridor for berries, supported by climatic conditions well suited to cultivation, including moderate temperatures, reliable rainfall and fertile soils. The region’s deep grower expertise and established supply chains further reinforce its importance within national fruit markets.
The Pan American farm includes integrated packing and cold storage infrastructure, supporting post-harvest handling and market distribution. The Othello property is operated under organic management, expanding the fund’s exposure to certified production systems and specialty market channels. Both farms will remain under the stewardship of an experienced local grower, preserving operational continuity while maintaining region-specific expertise.
Collectively, the additions expand the fund’s permanent crop footprint and deepen its North American allocation, which represents approximately 30 percent of the portfolio. The investments illustrate the continued appeal of fruit-linked farmland assets within diversified strategies, where biological production characteristics intersect with consumer food markets and long-term sustainability considerations
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