MktgLSB | February 29, 2024
“Two tracts of Sioux County, Iowa, farmland sold on Tuesday for a near-record $29,600 per acre in a public auction conducted by Zomer Company Realty and Auction.” Successful Farming, February 29, 2024. Full article and details here: Northwest Iowa farmland sells for $29,600 per acre (agriculture.com)
Photo: Zomer Company Realty & Auction
MktgLSB | February 27, 2024
Hunters heading to the 2024 National Pheasant Fest will not only step into the rich fields of prairie awaiting them, those who are farmers and ranchers will gain the opportunity to learn about land conservation and habitat benefits. Although hunting is a big focus of this large, national outdoors and conservation show, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever will be on hand to share their habitat and conservation programs. Justin Enfield, a farm bill wildlife biologist with Pheasants Forever, is a member of a growing team of biologists that cover conservation efforts in every county of South Dakota. Thanks to their support, farmers and ranchers learn how to build habitat on their marginal land that’s not only good for birds, they’re connected to programs that will pay for their conservation efforts and practices.
Proud to share the efforts on land conservation from our reporting state of South Dakota.
Learn More: Conservation can pay, biologist says (agupdate.com); pheasantsforever.org/Pheasant-Fest.aspx/
MktgLSB | February 26, 2024
Wallaces Farmer, a Farm Progress publication, February 22, 2024
Our respected and valued customer, Doug Hensley, President of Hertz Real Estate Services, starts off a new monthly series on interest rates and their impact on farmland values. Gain valuable insights and understanding on how the undercurrent of interest rates effect our entire economy. Through its illustrated and educating content, readers will also acquire the less evident influence interest rates can have for investors and capital flow in the market. – How interest rates impact farmland values (farmprogress.com) Make sure to follow the series.
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Prairie Farmer, a Farm Progress publication, February 21, 2024
Every five years, the Census of Agriculture Report is published by USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. Its data tells a story, detailing and illustrating trends and shifts over time in the industry. Featured is an in depth view of Illinois’ agricultural demographics, economics, land use and activities from the recently published 2022 Census of Agriculture Report.
Census reflects Illinois ag strengths, changes (farmprogress.com)
MktgLSB | February 23, 2024
Midwest Messenger, February 16, 2024
A positive growing trend around community is happening in our state of Nebraska and the entrepreneurial spirit and heart of their FFA students is the shining reason why! Learning to grow food to help their follow students and communities, volunteering at businesses that help provide community support, caring for cattle to provide meat for school lunches and fundraising efforts. They’ve even executed a successful business plan and are running a coffee shop! And yes, there’s even more inspiration found here – Through local food enterprises, FFA members serve their communities (agupdate.com)
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Dakota Farmer, a Farm Progress publication, February 20, 2024
Delving into the rich history of our states, North and South Dakota, alongside the impactful legacy of President Theodore Roosevelt during President’s Day week. Recognized as the ‘Conservation President,’ his enduring influence is palpable in the Badlands of the Dakotas. From the iconic Mount Rushmore to the expansive 200 million acres of public lands, which include 150 million acres of national forests, his indelible mark on our nation’s landscape is undeniable. Learn more about his conservation impact here: https://bit.ly/3T8ji83
WHERE BUFFALO ROAM FREE: GARRETT RYMER/GETTY IMAGES
MktgLSB | February 14, 2024
On February 13th – the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service published their 2022 Census of Agriculture Report. The report points to the continuation of consolidation trends seen over the past few decades: farm numbers decreasing but farm sizes increasing. It’s visual graphs not only detail farm size statistics but also provide a Farmer Age Groups graph and findings. According to Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack, “This survey isn’t just about agriculture, it’s a map and a guide to a better and more open future.” This 5 minute read highlights some promising trends that are worth noting in our US ag industry. 2022 Census of Ag reports continued size and aging trends (farmprogress.com)
MktgLSB | February 12, 2024
How interest rates could impact farmland values in 2024 – Prairie Farmer, a FarmProgress publication – February 12, 2024
A recent commentary from Prairie Farmer, outlines the variables that can come into play for farmland values, when it comes to the impact of interest rates and inflation. Although a recent Federal Reserve decision to hold interest rates steady has been said to be a beacon of stability, there are several outcomes that may weigh in differently on the impact it could have on farmland values. Click here to learn more – How interest rates could impact farmland values in 2024 (farmprogress.com)
MktgLSB | February 5, 2024
Iowa farmland brings in $23,700 per acre – Successful Farming – February 5, 2024
Another great snapshot of five notable farmland transactions that transpired in 2023, Two of our Midwest States, Iowa and Illinois are highlighted. Iowa farmland brings in $23,700 per acre (agriculture.com)
