Profitability Turnaround and Strong EBITDA Improvement
Net income of $11.4 million for the quarter (or $1.49 per diluted share) versus a prior-year net loss of $111.4 million (or $14.58 per diluted share). EBITDA was positive $16.7 million for the quarter versus negative $14.7 million in the prior-year quarter (a $31.4 million improvement). Adjusted EBITDA was $16.9 million versus $12.7 million a year ago, an increase of ~33%.
Material Land Monetization Activity
Closed a $26.9 million land sale in January (≈2,950 acres) generating a gain of ≈$19.8 million; year-to-date land sales total $34.6 million. Recent trades have shown price realizations around $9,100 per acre on select parcels, supporting the land monetization strategy.
Balance Sheet Strength and Liquidity
Cash and cash equivalents of $52.9 million at quarter end (up from $38.1 million at fiscal year-end). Available borrowing under the credit facility approximately $92.5 million. Total debt $85.5 million with net debt $32.6 million (down from $47.4 million at fiscal year-end). Working capital $52.2 million and current ratio 9.63:1. Management states cash runway extended through fiscal 2028.
High Land Utilization and Diversified Revenue Streams
Approximately 97% of farmable acres now generate revenue through agricultural partnerships. Land management and other operations revenue increased 113% in the quarter; for the six months revenues increased 97%, driven by farm leases, rock and sand royalties and sod revenue.
Regulatory Milestone: Collier County Approval for Corkscrew Grove East Village
Unanimous Collier County approval for East Village (1,446 acres), authorizing up to 4,502 dwelling units (including 362 affordable units) and ~238,000 sq ft of retail/office. Plan includes placing nearly 5,000 acres into permanent conservation. Management expects state approval by early 2027 and federal approval by end of 2028, maintaining a path to potential construction in 2028–2029.
Development Pipeline and Asset Valuation
Development pipeline (Parks Corkscrew Grove Villages, Bonnett Lake, Saddlebag Grove and Plant World) totals ~5,500 acres with an estimated present value between $335 million and $380 million expected to be realized within ~5 years. Management NPV for the ~46,000-acre portfolio estimated at $650 million to $750 million.
Shareholder Returns and Governance Enhancements
Deployed $10 million through a 10b5-1 share repurchase program (245,399 shares through April). Added Eric Speron to the Board to strengthen real estate and finance expertise.