Investment | Direct Plantation | Lease Programs | Cooperative Investments | Vertical Integration | Foreign Equity
Under this model, the investor acquires and fully owns a parcel of land and establishes their own Aquilaria malaccensis (agarwood) plantation, either managing operations directly or appointing a professional farm operator.
Key Advantages
Long-Term Asset Ownership
You hold direct title to the land and trees, creating tangible, inheritable agricultural assets.
Maximum Profit Potential
All harvest proceeds belong to you (after operational costs), offering the highest possible upside if yields and market prices perform well.
Strategic Control
Full authority over:
- Farm management practices
- Inoculation timing
- Harvest schedule
- Processing and marketing strategy
Legacy & Estate Planning Value
Suitable for generational wealth planning and asset diversification.
Considerations & Challenges
Capital Intensive
Requires upfront investment for:
- Land acquisition
- Site development
- Irrigation and infrastructure
- Ongoing operational costs
Long Biological Cycle
Agarwood production typically requires 6–10+ years before major harvest returns.
Technical Expertise Required
Success depends on:
- Proper inoculation techniques
- Resin formation management
- Harvest timing
- Market access
Operational Risk Exposure
You bear full exposure to:
- Climate risks
- Disease/pests
- Labor issues
- Market price fluctuations
Best Suited For
- High-net-worth investors
- Agricultural entrepreneurs
- Family offices
- Long-term land banking strategies
- Investors seeking full control and maximum upside