Management Buyout Financing
From Managers to Owners
Our Management Buyout (MBO) financing solution empowers existing management teams to acquire the agricultural business they help run through structured financing, enabling them to become owners over time without the need for upfront capital.
Key Facts
2-5 years term
Funding for management to buy the agribusiness they work for
Collateral of agribusiness shares
Facility of up to 4x EBITDA
What is Management Buyout?
Management Buyout (MBO) is a financing solution that allows experienced managers to purchase the company they operate by using future business cashflows to repay the acquisition funding. Instead of needing large amounts of capital upfront, management can acquire equity gradually, paying off the debt over an agreed period - typically up to 5 years.
Examples of situations where an MBO may be suitable include:
Succession planning when a founder or shareholder is exiting
Transfer of ownership to the management team
Consolidation of ownership within existing operational leadership
Transition from external to local control of an agribusiness
Long-term employee empowerment and retention strategies
Why a Management Buyout Is Important for Agribusinesses
Agriculture businesses thrive when ownership is aligned with operational expertise. A management buyout enables:
Smooth succession without disrupting daily operations
Empowered leadership with a vested interest in long-term performance
Retention of skilled management through ownership incentives
Preservation of legacy by keeping the business in experienced hands
Access to capital that makes ownership feasible for management teams
This approach strengthens business continuity and ensures the farm or agribusiness remains productive, stable, and growth-oriented.
How It Works
We design custom financing structures to support the buyout, ensuring repayments align with the business cashflow and profitability projections. Key features include:
Flexible Terms - repayment periods of up to 5 years, aligned with business performance
Cashflow-Based Repayment - financing structured around projected farm revenues and profitability
Competitive Rates - pricing tailored to transaction size, business stability, and risk profile
Strategic Guidance - support with deal structuring, legal processes, and succession planning
Our team works closely with both current owners and management to facilitate a smooth and sustainable ownership transfer.
Who Can Apply?
MBO financing is available to:
Management teams of established agribusinesses
Senior operational leaders and farm managers seeking ownership
Businesses undergoing ownership transition or succession
Farming operations with a proven cashflow track record
Whether you’re taking over a commercial farm, processing business, or vertically integrated operation, we provide the financial tools to make ownership a reality.
Benefits of Working With Us
Agriculture-focused expertise - deep understanding of sector dynamics
Structured ownership transition - financing aligned to business health
Empowered leadership - build long-term value as owners
Dedicated transaction support - financial, legal, and strategic guidance
Sustainable succession - keeping the business in capable hands