Increased Net Income and Earnings Per Share
Net income attributable to Alico common stockholders increased to $7 million for fiscal year 2024 from $1.8 million in fiscal year 2023, with earnings of $0.91 per diluted common share compared to $0.24 in the previous year.
Significant Land Sale and Debt Reduction
Alico completed the sale of 17,229 acres of Alico Ranch to the State of Florida for $77.6 million, which was used to repay outstanding borrowings, thereby reducing required principal payments to less than $1.5 million per year through fiscal year 2029.
Improved Citrus Pricing Agreement
Alico entered into a new 3-year orange purchase agreement with Tropicana at prices approximately 33% to 50% higher over the life of the contract compared to the previous season.
Strategic Real Estate Development
Progress in the multiyear entitlement process for 4,500-acre Grove in Collier County and other potential real estate transactions in Polk, Highlands, and Hendry Counties.