About Us

Mark J. Peterson, AFM, ARA, AAC 

As President of Kefa Capital, Inc, Mark J. Peterson has over 35 years of experience in the agriculture industry. He has underwritten more than $2.0B in agriculture real estate loans, expertly managed agricultural properties across the United States, and provided his expertise and industry know-how to countless appraisals. 

Mark also possesses 29 years of experience specifically with California agriculture, continually enhancing his extensive knowledge and further cementing his reputation in the industry.

He pursues excellence while gaining experience in virtually all types of agriculture across the United States serving a domestic and international client base.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) focused in Management: Business and Farm from Purdue University

Credentials

Accredited Farm Manager | American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers

Accredited Rural Appraiser | American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers

Accredited Agricultural Consultant | American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers