Alico(US:ALCO)2025-05-14 13:32Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for the second fiscal quarter decreased by 1% to $18 million compared to $18.1 million for the prior year period [15] - For the six months ended March 31, 2025, revenue decreased by 9% to $34.9 million compared to $32.1 million for the prior year period [15] - The company reported a net loss attributable to common shareholders of $111.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025, compared to a loss of $15.8 million for the same period in the prior year [18] - EBITDA for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was a loss of $14.7 million compared to a loss of $16.5 million for the same period in the prior year [18] - Adjusted EBITDA for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was a gain of $12.7 million compared to a loss of $16.5 million for the same period in the prior year [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Alico harvested approximately 4.7 million and 8.7 million pound solids of fruit for the three and six months ended March 31, 2025, respectively, compared to 5.8 million and 10.4 million pound solids in the same periods of the prior fiscal year [15] - Land management and other operations revenue increased by 10,774% for the three and six months ended March 31, 2025, primarily due to increased rock and sand royalty income and sod sales [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The blended price per pound solids for the three and six months ended March 31, 2025, increased by $0.70 and $0.85, respectively, due to more favorable pricing in a contract with Tropicana [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is transitioning to a diversified land company, having completed the majority of its capital investment in citrus operations [5] - Alico has completed the sale of 2,100 acres this year and raised its outlook for land sales to potentially exceed $50 million, a 150% increase from prior guidance [6] - The company is engaged with agricultural operators to diversify its remaining agricultural activities, including sod production and seasonal crops [7] - Alico is advancing entitlement work for development properties, with a significant project planned for Corkscrew Grove Villages, which includes two mixed-use master plan communities [9][10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the strategic transformation, projecting a cash balance of approximately $25 million and net debt of about $60 million by the end of fiscal year 2025 [21] - The company expects to generate approximately $20 million in adjusted EBITDA for fiscal year 2025, supported by land sales and cash generated from citrus harvests [22] - The present value of current land holdings is estimated to be worth between $650 million and $750 million, with 75% valued for agricultural use [22] Other Important Information - The company amended its credit agreement to adjust financial covenants and reduce insurance coverage requirements, resulting in cost savings [13] - A $50 million share repurchase program was announced as part of the capital allocation strategy [13] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide additional details on the $15.8 million gain in the quarter? - The gain was from the sale of 2,100 acres of land [28] Question: Are there ongoing discussions for additional land sales to achieve the $50 million target? - The company is in discussions for potential land sales, but timing is uncertain due to the diligence process [30] Question: What milestones can be expected for the Corkscrew project before potential entitlement approvals? - The entitlement approvals themselves will serve as milestones, with various meetings and revisions expected [31]