10 Best Farmland and Agriculture Stocks to Buy According to Billionaires

8. Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. (NYSE:FDP)

Year to Date Returns: 13.27%

Number of Billionaires: 7

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 24

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. (NYSE:FDP) is one of the best farmland and agriculture stocks to buy according to billionaires. On July 9, the company revealed the appointment of Mark Gagnon as Vice President of Sales for the South Region. The appointment took effect on June 2, 2025, and the company hopes that this move will help accelerate growth across the Southern United States.

In his new position, Gagnon will “oversee commercial strategy and customer engagement across the Southern United States.” His primary objective is to “accelerate growth” within this region. Gagnon reports directly to Danny Dumas, the Senior Vice President of Sales, Product Management, and Marketing for North America.

Mark Gagnon has over 30 years of senior-level experience in sales strategy, business development, and customer management. His previous leadership roles span major companies, including Seald Sweet, Dole, Chobani, Chiquita, and Kalera. He previously worked at Fresh Del Monte from 2014 to 2020.

The company views this appointment as a way to “strengthen [its] leadership team and reinforce [its] commitment to delivering value for [its] customers and long-term growth for Fresh Del Monte.” It also emphasizes that his appointment “underscores Fresh Del Monte’s focus on enhancing commercial operations and deepening customer partnerships across North America.”

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. (NYSE:FDP) is a global producer and distributor of fresh and fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. The company owns and operates farmland across Central and South America, where it cultivates crops such as bananas, pineapples, and melons.