CKX Lands (NYSEAMERICAN:CKX) is a publicly traded land management and investment company focused on acquiring, developing and managing a diversified portfolio of real estate assets across North America. The company’s core activities include the procurement of agricultural, forestry and mineral rights lands, as well as recreational and residential properties. CKX Lands generates revenue through long‐term leases, royalties, property sales and ancillary services such as land brokerage and environmental consulting.
Through its land acquisition strategy, CKX Lands targets properties with established cash flow potential or those with strategic development upside. The company’s agricultural holdings span row crops, vineyards and specialty orchards, while its forestry assets supply timber through sustainable harvesting programs. CKX Lands also holds mineral and royalty interests in select oil, natural gas and aggregate deposits, providing additional income streams tied to commodity markets.
Geographically, CKX Lands serves markets throughout the continental United States and select Canadian provinces, with a concentration in the Midwest, Southwest and Pacific Northwest. The company emphasizes responsible land stewardship, implementing conservation practices, wildlife habitat restoration and water management initiatives to balance financial returns with environmental sustainability. CKX Lands collaborates with local communities, regulators and industry partners to ensure compliance and support regional development goals.
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, CKX Lands has grown through strategic acquisitions and organic portfolio expansion. The company is led by CEO Mary A. Harrison, who brings over two decades of experience in real estate investment and natural resource management, alongside CFO John R. Mitchell, a veteran of capital markets and corporate finance. Under their leadership, CKX Lands continues to pursue balanced growth and value creation for shareholders while maintaining a commitment to sustainable land management.
