Land Sales Bulletin

Recent Farmland Sales Across Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, and Ohio Highlight Steady Regional Demand

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJune 9, 2026

Farmland auctions across our Midwest states continue to show strong buyer engagement, with recent sales recorded in Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, and Ohio.

  • Knox County, Illinois, an 88‑acre farm sold for $8,200/acre, supported by a 121.8 PI, 74 tillable acres, and a wind energy easement.
  • Decatur County, Kansas saw a 470‑acre farm sell in two tracts for an average of $2,325/acre. The larger tract included 200 acres of grassland and 116 acres of cropland with 88 wheat‑base acres at a 56 bu/acre yield, while the second tract featured 84 cropland acres and 71 acres of grassland. Buyers also received 100% of the 2026 wheat crop.
  • Fillmore County, Nebraska, a 151‑acre irrigated farm brought $12,583/acre, supported by strong corn and soybean base acres and a 7‑tower irrigation system.
  • Butler County, Ohio, a 144‑acre property sold in four tracts for $15,521/acre, featuring wooded acres, tillable ground, and average yields of 129.6 bu/acre corn and 46.4 bu/acre soybeans.

Across the region, soil quality, crop base strength, and property features continue to drive competitive bidding and support resilient land values. Read more from DTN Progressive Farmer: Recent Farmland Sales in Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska and Ohio

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Wisconsin Farmland Auction Surges to Nearly $22,000 Per Acre

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthMay 26, 2026

A recent auction in Stoughton, Wisconsin delivered one of the most eye‑opening sales the region has seen, with a 208‑acre farm selling for $21,946 per acre—more than triple the state’s 2025 average farmland value of $6,420 per acre. Rapid‑fire bidding pushed prices upward within minutes, driven by strong demand for high‑quality cropland and limited availability in Dane County. Nearly 50 bidders participated, but a local dairy farmer ultimately secured all five tracts offered.

The sale’s momentum has already sparked new interest among landowners considering bringing properties to market, underscoring the continued strength of premium farmland in Wisconsin—Land Sales Bulletin’s home Midwest reporting state. Read more from American Farmland Owner: Wisconsin Farm Sells for Nearly $22,000 an Acre in Rapid-Fire Auction 

Southeast Iowa Farmland Auction Surges to $21,050 Per Acre

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthApril 29, 2026

A recent Louisa County auction underscored the continued strength of Iowa’s farmland market, with a 79‑acre tract selling for $21,050 per acre—well above the county’s average value of $11,632 per acre. The multi‑tract sale drew 46 registered bidders from at least 12 states, reflecting broad demand for high‑quality row‑crop ground paired with recreational timber.

The top‑selling tract featured a strong CSR2 of 88.4, appealing to both local and out‑of‑state buyers. Additional timber tracts, including parcels adjacent to the Cairo Woods Wildlife Area, also attracted competitive bidding.

As one of Land Sales Bulletin’s 10 Midwest reporting states, Iowa continues to demonstrate resilient buyer interest, with premium soils and recreational attributes driving strong results across the region. Read more from Successful Farming: Southeast Iowa Farmland Sells for $21,050 Per Acre, Draws Multi-State Bidding

Southeast Iowa Farmland Sells for $21,050 Per Acre, Draws Multi-State Bidding - Successful Farming

Nearly 4,000 Acres of Midwest Iowa Farmland Head to Auction in January 2026

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJanuary 7, 2026

Our Midwest reporting state of Iowa is kicking off 2026 with a busy land market — nearly 4,000 acres are heading to auction across 22 counties this January. From high‑CSR2 row‑crop farms in Chickasaw and Sioux counties to development‑pressure ground near Des Moines, the month offers a diverse slate of opportunities. With land values holding steady and buyer demand still strong, January will be a key indicator for the year ahead in Iowa farmland. Learn more our Iowa farmland expected to change hands from Successful Farming – Nearly 4,000 Acres of Iowa Farmland Head to Auction in January 2026

Nearly 4,000 Acres of Iowa Farmland Head to Auction in January 2026

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