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Central Iowa Farmland Sells for More Than $18,000 an Acre

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthSeptember 9, 2026

A high‑quality central Iowa farm sold for $18,100 per acre at a June online‑only auction, according to reporting from Successful Farming. The 146.27‑acre Poweshiek County property reflects continued strength in Iowa’s farmland market, supported by productive soils, strong seed corn history, and competitive local bidding.

Key Summary Points

  • The Poweshiek County farm included 139.98 FSA cropland acres consisting primarily of Garwin, Tama, Killduff, and Muscatine soils.
  • The farm has a strong history of seed corn production, contributing to buyer interest and competitive bidding.
  • Its location adjacent to I‑80 added convenience and market access for operators.
  • The final sale price equated to approximately $216 per CSR2 point, reflecting premium demand for high‑quality Iowa cropland.
  • The auction demonstrates continued resilience in Iowa’s farmland values, especially for farms with strong soils, proven productivity, and favorable access.

As one of Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting states, Iowa continues to show strong buyer engagement and competitive pricing for high‑quality row crop acres.
Reporting by Dave Price, Successful Farming article: https://www.agriculture.com/central-iowa-farmland-sells-for-more-than-usd18-000-an-acre-12078268

More Than 11,000 North Dakota Farmland Acres Head to Auction This September

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthSeptember 4, 2026

More than 11,000 acres of North Dakota farmland are scheduled for auction throughout September, according to data compiled by Successful Farming . Listings span 20 counties and range from 76.7–2,009 acres, reflecting a diverse mix of cropland, pasture, mixed‑use parcels, and large multitract offerings across Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting state of North Dakota.

Key Summary Points

  • Benson County: 621.45 acres offered in four tracts north of Esmond, including cropland and fenced pastureland. SPI values range from 50.8–65.7, with Tracts 2 and 3 drawing strong interest from local farmers.
  • Mountrail and Williams Counties: A 2,009.46‑acre hybrid auction includes 16 parcels near Stanley, offering cropland, native grass pasture, farmsteads, and building sites. Several parcels feature livestock water sources, pasture infrastructure, and mature tree shelterbelts.
  • Towner County: Three adjoining parcels totaling 1,200 acres north of Rocklake include 587.25 crop acres with SPI ratings from 63–63.4, and more than 279 acres above SPI 70. Parcel 2 encompasses an entire 640‑acre section.
  • Additional Auctions: Activity spans eastern, central, and western counties, including Grand Forks, Pembina, Kidder, Sheridan, Emmons, Stark, Adams, and Golden Valley. One of the largest offerings is a 1,708.81‑acre Adams County property selling online Sept. 24.
  • Economic Conditions: Tight margins, higher borrowing costs, and softer commodity prices are contributing to a slowdown in cropland demand, while pasture values remain comparatively strong due to cattle prices and livestock expansion interest.

North Dakota’s September auction lineup highlights a geographically diverse land market with opportunities for crop producers, cattle operators, and mixed‑use buyers statewide.

Reporting by Amanda Miller, Successful Farming.Full article: https://www.agriculture.com/more-than-2-570-acres-of-north-dakota-farmland-head-to-auction-in-september-2026-12066413

Minnesota Farmland Sales Reflect Firming Market Conditions

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthSeptember 3, 2026

Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting state of Minnesota continues to monitor market sentiment as recent Farm Progress coverage highlights tightening yield expectations and stronger commodity price momentum. These recent sales results continue to show buyer preference for flat, open tracts with strong CPI profiles across Minnesota.

Summary Points

  • August WASDE reduced corn and soybean yield expectations, tightening supply forecasts
  • Pro Farmer’s Midwest crop tour reported lower than expected yields across much of the region
  • December corn near $5 and November soybeans around $12.40 have supported buyer confidence
  • Minnesota’s crop outlook appears exceptional, contributing to cautious optimism among farmers and buyers
  • Flat, open tracts continue to command premium pricing across Minnesota counties

Recent sales across Blue Earth, Chippewa, Cottonwood, Faribault, Kanabec, Le Sueur, Nobles, Sibley, Stevens and Swift counties reaffirm long‑standing buyer preferences for flat, open land with strong CPI ratings. These results align with themes commonly seen in Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting state of Minnesota, where slope, shape and drainage remain central to value alongside soil quality.

Author: Jared Augustine, Hertz Farm Management
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More Than 5,200 Illinois Farmland Acres Head to Auction This September

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthSeptember 2, 2026

More than 5,218 acres of Illinois farmland are scheduled for auction throughout September, according to reporting from Successful Farming . Listings span 26 counties and include irrigated cropland, cattle pasture, CRP acres, recreational land, and multitract offerings that highlight the diversity of opportunities across Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting state of Illinois.

Key Summary Points

  • Marshall and Putnam Counties feature a historic offering from the Quinn Family Farm, including irrigated cropland, cattle pasture, CRP acres, recreational ground, and a country farmstead offered in seven tracts. The largest tract includes 154 tillable acres and 129 irrigated acres with a PI of 136.5.
  • McLean County brings 310.43 surveyed acres offered as two adjacent tracts south of Bloomington, carrying a PI of 140.9, well above the county average of 135.
  • Edgar County’s 390.72 acres will be offered in five parcels, with farmland parcels carrying PI values ranging from 139.50 to 143.60 and open leases for the 2027 crop year.
  • At least 23 additional auctions are scheduled statewide, with activity stretching from Kankakee and Iroquois counties to Jackson, Pike, Hancock, and Henderson counties, including several large multitract offerings such as 856.8 acres in Kankakee County.
  • Economic analysis notes heightened uncertainty driven by crop prospects, commodity prices, interest rates, and trade conditions, with land quality continuing to influence buyer interest and sale outcomes.

Illinois continues to demonstrate strong buyer engagement across high‑quality soils, multitract offerings, and regionally competitive farmland, reinforcing its importance within Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting footprint.

Reporting by Amanda Miller, Successful Farming. Full article: https://www.agriculture.com/more-than-5-200-acres-of-illinois-farmland-head-to-auction-in-september-2026-12065522

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