Land Sales Bulletin

Midwest Farmland: Rising Values Amid Credit Challenges

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthDecember 8, 2025

Midwest farmland for our reporting states of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin continues to prove its resilience, with values climbing 3% over the past year. Yet, beneath the optimism lies a tightening credit environment that could reshape the landscape for buyers and investors. While some states are seeing stronger gains than others, the overall trend underscores farmland’s enduring role as a cornerstone of Midwest wealth and investment. Read more from American Farmland Owner – Land Values Report Shows Increase for Key Midwest States

American Farmland Owner - Land Values Report Shows Increase for Key Midwest States

Record-Breaking Sale: Iowa Farmland Sets New High for State at $32,000 Per Acre

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthDecember 5, 2025

Our Midwest reporting state of Iowa’s record-breaking farmland sale on December 1st set a new high with $32,000 per acre sale! “An Iowa farmland auction in Sioux County, just outside Orange City, is resetting the top of the market. A 35.5-acre tract sold on Dec. 1 for $32,000 per acre, and Jim Rothermich of Iowa Appraisal says it’s the highest auction price he has recorded in the state.” Read more from Pro Farmer – https://hubs.ly/Q03WRYWK0

Land Sales: Recent auctions across six Nebraska counties show farmland moving at $5,600 to $13,250 per acre

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthDecember 4, 2025

Our Midwest reporting state of Nebraska’s recent land sales, across six counties, demonstrate its farmland is gaining momentum while ag markets adjust to current conditions. Read the full Farm Progress report for insights and details on each featured land sale, courtesy of BigIron Realty: https://www.farmprogress.com/farm-business/land-sales-pick-up-steam

Land Sales: Premium Minnesota farmland continues commanding top dollar

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthDecember 3, 2025

Premium farmland in our Midwest reporting state of Minnesota continues to defy low commodity price pressure, according to this recent Farm Progress report. “Buyer demand for A-grade, quality land has shown incredible resilience. In the past month, there have been numerous sales in the $12,000 to $15,000-plus-per-tillable-acre price range for choice tracts.” Read more: Minnesota farmland values still strong for quality land

Minnesota land sales - Farm Progress

A Cherished Christmas Tree Tradition

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthDecember 1, 2025

This holiday season, consider starting a cherished family tradition by visiting local tree farms to cut down your Christmas tree. The experience not only fosters family bonding and fun but also supports local economies in our Midwest. Engaging in activities at these farms promotes community spirit and offers a special way to celebrate the season! Click the image below and check out our Midwest Christmas Tree Farm Resource for links to tree farms across our 10 Midwest states, and discover the joys of fresh pine and family fun!

Midwest Christmas Tree Farms

In the Spirit of Thanksgiving –

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthNovember 22, 2025

Our deepest gratitude and thanks for the trust and value you’ve placed in our land sales data services.
From All of us at Land Sales Bulletin – Wishing You and Yours a Blessed and Bountiful Thanksgiving!
We’re So Very Thankful for the Opportunity to Serve You!

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Midwest Farmland Values Moved Up Modestly in the Third Quarter

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthNovember 14, 2025

“According to the most recent AgLetter, Seventh District farmland values in the third quarter of 2025 were 3% higher than a year ago.” Read more on the land values for our Midwest reporting states Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, and Wisconsin: Midwest Farmland Values Moved Up Modestly in the Third Quarter – Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

Download their full report: Ag Letter No 2010 November 2025 Full Publication

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