Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting state of Illinois enters August with more than 1,623 acres of farmland scheduled for auction across 13 counties, according to Successful Farming. Offerings range from Class A row‑crop tracts with high soil productivity to parcels featuring wind‑lease income, CRP‑supported acres, and strong accessibility, giving buyers a diverse slate of opportunities statewide.
Key Illinois Highlights:
- Douglas County: three‑tract auction totaling 114.77 acres with PI ratings of 139.5, 140.3, and 132.5, plus grain storage assets and open 2027 tenancy
- Jersey County: 80 acres averaging 132.65 PI, with roughly 50 acres over 138 PI, well above county averages
- DeWitt County: 109.54‑acre Class A farm with wind turbine income estimated at $26,384.24 for 2026, PI 139.7, and open 2027 tenancy
- Statewide Auctions: at least 12 additional auctions planned, with tracts ranging 40–170 acres across western, central, and southern Illinois
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