On Accession Poland agreed a period of 12 years before foreigners
could own agricultural property. However, foreign capital can own
shares (100%) in a company that owns agricultural property but
cannot purchase it directly until 2016.

The market continues to rise post accession, largely as a result of
EU direct payments that are on a rising plane up to 2009/2010.
The market is currently at Euro 1,300 - 5,250/ ha subject to land quality
and location.

Brown & Co offers a full range of acquisition and consultancy services
(including purchasing as an investment e.g. sale and leaseback)
relating to agricultural property including post purchase Business Consultancy services.

Forestry
Forestry is stilll largely owned by the State with foreign ownership
restrictions. However, with EU grants available there are opportunities
for investors. We offer a full range of acquisition and
post purchase asset management services.