MktgLSB | January 1, 2026
Progressive Farmer’s year end Landwatch Weekly report, features recent land sales and auctions results from our Midwest reporting states of Illinois, Iowa, and South Dakota, as well as Missouri. Find a summary of details to each featured sale: Recent Farmland Sales in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, South Dakota
MktgLSB | December 31, 2025
Whitaker Marketing Group Auctions and Real Estate continues its expansion and services into our Midwest reporting state of Nebraska. If you’re evaluating your land’s position in today’s market, data‑driven insights and local expertise remain key to making informed decisions. Don’t miss their Nebraska Farmland Prices — 2024 vs. 2025 Market Update highlighted below:
Nebraska’s farmland market softened in 2025. Average prices dipped 4.35%, total sales volume fell nearly 20%, and fewer acres hit the market statewide. Buyer selectivity and reduced urgency shaped a more cautious, balanced land market across Nebraska. View the full report here: Nebraska Farmland Prices: 2024 vs 2025 Market Update
MktgLSB | December 18, 2025
Our Midwest state of Iowa’s farmland market is making headlines this December. According to Successful Farming and Peoples Company, over 7,000 acres have changed hands, with another 926 acres scheduled for auction before year-end. Don’t miss the biggest story: a Sioux County auction set a new state record at $32,000 per acre! Read more: https://www.agriculture.com/more-than-7-000-acres-of-iowa-farmland-sold-so-far-this-month-11870578
MktgLSB | December 17, 2025
While many expected farmland values to soften due to weak commodity prices throughout 2025, the reality has been stability. According to the Chicago Federal Reserve Bank’s AgLetter, land values across the district (including Iowa) rose 3% over the past year, though Iowa itself saw a modest 1% decline. The Iowa State University survey reported a 3.1% statewide average drop, yet auction results tell a story of resilience. Features 6 recent land sales from counties throughout our Midwest state of Iowa. Read more from Farm Progress – https://bit.ly/4pDbbOH
MktgLSB | December 16, 2025
Illinois farmland prices for Midwest reporting state, fell by 4.5% in November 2025, driven by fewer sales and cautious farmer sentiment. However, the market isn’t entirely cooling. Institutional buyers—such as investment funds and pension groups—are emerging as new players, showing confidence in farmland’s long-term value. Read more from Farm Progress – https://bit.ly/4aZtNUu
MktgLSB | December 12, 2025
Iowa Land Brokerage & Auctioneers – Whitaker Marketing Group‘s latest blog post provides a deep dive into the 2025 Iowa State University Land Survey report. “The 2025 Iowa State University Land Value Survey shows that Iowa farmland values increased 0.7% from November 2024 to November 2025, bringing the statewide average to $11,549 per acre. While this rise is modest, it signals market stability—especially following last year’s 3.1% correction and three prior years of explosive growth.” Make sure to learn more here – 2025 Iowa State Land Survey: Farmland Market Update
MktgLSB | December 9, 2025
This latest Successful Farming report details three key farmland sales for our Midwest reporting states of South Dakota, Illinois, and Iowa from August and September. Read more from Successful Farming: https://www.agriculture.com/south-dakota-farmland-sells-for-more-than-usd20-000-an-acre-11855842
MktgLSB | December 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
MktgLSB | December 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
MktgLSB | December 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
