Eldorado terra: At the Forefront of Agricultural and Forestry Investments in Brazil
Eldorado Terra is a strictly independent advisory firm focused exclusively on agribusiness assets.
With decades of experience in the sector, our team has not only advised on operations across multiple agribusiness segments but has also successfully invested in, developed, operated, and divested various significant sector assets.
Without straying from our roots, we take pride in our track record of successful transactions with both international and local investors.
The direct involvement of our partners in every aspect of each operation reflects our dedication and commitment to maximizing value for our clients. To achieve this, we conduct the entire process independently, with focus, dynamism, and transparency, enabling us to guide our clients in seizing the best opportunities.
Connecting owners, investors, operators, and developers is Eldorado Terra's expertise.
At Eldorado Terra, we recognize the importance of finding strategic and financial partners who share the same visions and objectives. Our commitment to identifying investors aligned with the needs of producers and landowners is crucial for the successful development of properties and agricultural and forestry enterprises.
Sourcing, conducting preliminary due diligence, negotiating, and managing vast forest areas in the Amazon region for sustainability/Carbon Credits projects is a significant distinction of the Eldorado Terra team.
We connect owners of large tracts of land in the Amazon with carbon project developers and investors interested in acquiring properties, aiming for returns on their investments and mitigation of their greenhouse gas emissions.
We advise our clients in M&A operations of agricultural and forestry companies and in the purchase and sale of cultivated or greenfield properties - agriculture, planted forests, and native woodlands.
We possess a comprehensive geographical understanding of the regions where we operate, along with in-depth knowledge of Brazilian environmental and land legislation. We also have a qualified network within the Brazilian agribusiness industry and among landowners. Above all, we value trust-based relationships and believe that our reputation is our most significant asset.
Our clients include:
On one side, investment funds and asset managers from both abroad and Brazil, family offices, agricultural product processing industries, as well as companies that develop conservation and forest restoration projects for carbon credit generation.
On the other, we serve owners of companies and large agricultural farms, as well as planted or native forests.
Those who trust in our work value a service with:
A comprehensive vision of agriculture, the forestry sector, and their investment opportunities.
Robust connections with the finance industry and with investors across Brazil, Europe, and North America, leveraging deep market insights and strategic financial partnerships.
A senior executive team, distinguished by their unwavering commitment, reliability, and agility, coupled with profound sector-specific expertise, synonymous with top-tier industry leadership and financial sagacity.
Expertise in articulating complex financial narratives to both agribusiness stakeholders and financial market players, ensuring seamless dialogue across diverse sectors.
With a team committed to enhancing sectoral efficiency and environmental stewardship, Eldorado Terra offers cutting-edge solutions and sophisticated investment structuring strategies, optimizing financial performance and sustainable growth.
Among our key areas of expertise, we emphasize:
Agriculture with a primary focus on perennial crops (coffee and orange), grains (soy, corn, and beans), and fruits and vegetables (onion, garlic, carrot, and melon).
Timberland investments encompassing eucalyptus and African mahogany plantations.
Conservation finance initiatives within the Amazon Biome's native forests.
Capital-intensive and extensive operations in the beef cattle sector.
Our primary offerings encompass:
M&A consultancy for agribusiness enterprises, farmland, and timberland assets.
Direct involvement in sourcing lands for conservation endeavors targeting REDD+ and ARR carbon credit generation.
Scouting investment prospects in arable and permanent croplands.
Engineering financial structures to leverage capital market instruments for agri-forestry project and venture funding.
Leveraging institutional connections to expedite governmental backing, regulatory approvals, and infrastructure development.
Gustavo Ribeiro
Managing Partner
A seasoned professional with 35 years of experience in transactions within the agriculture, finance, and land management sectors in Brazil. He brings to the table an extensive understanding of the Brazilian landscape, supported by robust relationships and a vast network spanning farmers, industry players, and international funds.
Ribeiro has advised on a multitude of acquisition and divestiture transactions, mergers and acquisitions, as well as partnerships involving hundreds of thousands of hectares dedicated to permanent and temporary crops, and forestry, representing funds and agriculturalists. His extensive background as an executive and operator includes a proven track record in the investment, operational management, and divestment of agricultural projects.
He holds a degree in Agronomy Engineering from the Federal University of Viçosa (UFV) and an MBA in Finance from IBMEC.
Ricardo Tavares
Partner
Founding partner and Chairman of the Board of the Montesanto Tavares Group, Ricardo Tavares boasts a 40-year tenure in the coffee industry. The conglomerate encompasses 11 companies with operations spanning production, storage, roasting, retail, and coffee trading. The group's trading arms handle the annual commercialization of 3 million bags of Arabica coffee, exporting to over 50 countries.
Tavares has achieved success in various investments and business operations, including Café 3 Corações, Sucos Mais, Trop Brasil, and GMT Farms. His farms are renowned for producing specialty coffees, clinching the 2018 Cup of Excellence, the highest national accolade for quality coffees. He is a fervent advocate for the cultivation of exotic forests in Brazil and played a pivotal role in founding and currently presides over the Brazilian Association of African Mahogany Producers (ABPMA).
In 2010, he established the Instituto Café Solidário, supporting numerous social projects in underserved regions, aiding over 150 children with nutrition and vocational education.
Bruno Volpini
Partner
Since 2003, Bruno Volpini has been practicing law in the fields of Agrarian, Corporate, Contractual, and Tax Law. Bruno has been involved in numerous corporate transactions, M&As, and joint ventures across various sectors including agriculture, oil and gas, transportation, energy, and real estate.
He holds a law degree from Milton Campos Law School, a specialization in the Law of Economics and Business from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV), an LLM in Corporation Law from New York University (NYU), and has completed the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School.
Otto Jordan
Partner - M&A
Otto Jordan brings a wealth of experience in Investment Banking, Restructuring, and Liability Management. Before joining Eldorado Terra, he ventured into entrepreneurship, founding companies in the mining, agribusiness, and real estate sectors. He has served in the Investment Banking division of Barclays Capital, MCL Investimentos, and Central Ar, where he was instrumental in developing and managing projects with a focus on Metals & Mining, Food & Agriculture, Healthcare, Real Estate, E-commerce, and Industrial sectors. He studied Economics at Insper.
Daniela Andrade
Agribusiness
Since 2012, Daniela Andrade has been involved in agricultural planning, operational coordination, cost management, performance indicators analysis, and process mapping, contributing her expertise to companies such as AC Café, Atto Sementes (Sementes Adriana), Santa Colomba, and Fazenda Nova Piratininga.
She holds a degree in Agronomy from the Federal University of Lavras (UFLA) and a Master's in Crop Science/Plant Production from the same institution.
Otávio Lacerda
Legal & Compliance
Since 2008, Otávio Lacerda has been actively engaged as a lawyer, director, board member, and entrepreneur in the oil and gas, aviation, and healthcare sectors. He has been involved in various M&A transactions. Lacerda brings a wealth of experience in negotiation, business development, investor relations, business structuring, and corporate management.
He holds a law degree from Milton Campos Law School and an MBA in Business Management from the Dom Cabral Foundation (FDC).
Danielle Alvarenga
Carbon Projects
Biologist from the Federal University of Minas Gerais, with a specialization in GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis from the University of Toronto, and a Master's degree in Applied Ecology from the Federal University of Lavras. As a consultant, she has participated in various environmental licensing projects, especially focused on ecosystem services. She currently holds the position of Head of Carbon Projects, working on carbon credit project negotiations, prospecting new business opportunities, and evaluating agricultural lands for agribusiness.
Simone Palhares
GIS Analyst
Experience in administrative and financial areas since 2005, focusing on financial planning, cost control, and optimization of administrative processes to ensure efficiency and financial sustainability of projects, guaranteeing economic viability and maximization of resources. Currently works as a GIS Analyst, applying advanced techniques for the collection and analysis of georeferenced data. Her role includes the production of maps and visual representations that facilitate information interpretation, supporting strategic decision-making.
Tourismologist, graduated from the Catholic University of Minas Gerais – PUC, with a specialization in GIS through the Geoprocessing Without Borders course.
