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Iowa Farmland Market – Stable Amidst the Storm

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthMarch 6, 2026

Despite a winter of volatile weather and a multi-year stretch of low commodity prices, our Midwest reporting state of Iowa’s farmland market remains remarkably resilient. The current landscape is defined by “stability over change,” with land values effectively treading water.

Key Drivers of Stability:

  • Low Inventory: A limited supply of land hitting the market is preventing price drops.
  • Local Demand: Strong interest from local farmers looking to expand operations and investors seeking long-term fundamentals.
  • Steady Rates: Mortgage interest rates have remained in a narrow range, offering no major shocks to the system.

While we see occasional “spike” sales—like a recent $22,000/acre sale in Lyon County—the broader market is expected to “chop sideways” until a fundamental shift occurs in supply or demand. Read more from Hertz Farm Management: https://www.hertz.ag/blog/detail/march-2026-wallaces-farmer-marketplace-extra

Iowa farmland values remain remarkably steady

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthFebruary 20, 2026

Despite persistently low commodity prices and a sluggish start to the year, land values across our Midwest state of Iowa remain remarkably steady. Limited supply continues to be the defining force, with few acres coming to market and a consistent pool of farmer‑buyers and long‑term investors keeping demand firm. Interest rates have held in a narrow range, and without a major shift in supply or buyer appetite, experts expect values to continue moving sideways. Recent sales across multiple counties in our Midwest reporting state show strong support for quality acres and a land market that continues to “chop sideways.” Read more from Farm Progress: Why ‘boring’ isn’t bad for steady Iowa farmland values

Are Farmland Values Leveling off Nationwide

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthFebruary 11, 2026

Farmland values across the Midwest are holding historically strong, even as the market shifts into a more balanced, disciplined phase. According to Farm Progress, our Midwest reporting states from Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, the Dakotas are seeing values stabilize near record highs, with buyers becoming more selective and quality-driven.
“Midwest farmland values remain historically strong heading into 2026” has been an encouraging and consistent headline. Our data reinforces this message: the market isn’t falling—it’s normalizing, with long‑term confidence and limited supply keeping values elevated. Read more from Farm Progress – Farmland values hold steady, reflect shift toward balanced market

Iowa Farm Sells for $1.54 Million With One Condition

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthJanuary 27, 2026

Our Midwest reporting state of Iowa continues to make the headlines, this time with a unique farmland sale that blends market strength with human interest. A 93‑year‑old landowner sold her 80‑acre farm for $1.54 million, but with one important condition: she retains the right to live on the property for the rest of her life.

The buyer accepted the life‑estate arrangement, reflecting both the continued demand for Iowa farmland and the flexibility some buyers are willing to show to secure high‑quality acres. The sale underscores the ongoing competitiveness of the state’s land market, where strong local demand and limited supply continue to drive notable transactions — often with personal stories behind them. Learn more from Successful Farming – Iowa Farm Sells for $1.54 Million With One Condition: 93-Year-Old Owner Gets to Stay for Life

Ag Industry expert breaks down who is buying Iowa Farmland

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthJanuary 26, 2026

Jim Knuth, longtime Land Investment Expo mainstay and Senior Vice President of Lending at Farm Credit Services of America, delivered his Iowa land value outlook to a packed audience of farmers, investors, and agribusiness leaders on Jan. 13, 2026 at the Peoples Co Land Investment Expo. Learn more on why our Midwest reporting state of Iowa’s land market is steady, resilient, and still outperforming expectations heading into 2026. Successful Farming – Who Is Buying Iowa Farmland? A Pie Chart and Ag Industry Expert Break It Down

Who’s buying 70% of Iowa farmland?

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthJanuary 21, 2026

Our Midwest reporting state of Iowa’s farmland market is entering 2026 with remarkable stability — and one trend is clearer than ever: current farmers are purchasing roughly 70% of all farmland sold. Even with fewer acres hitting the market, ownership remains firmly rooted in local, multi‑generation farm families who continue to expand or secure nearby acres when opportunities arise.
Our detailed, transaction‑level reporting on Iowa farmland sales provides a powerful layer of verification found in these market trends. – https://conta.cc/4jLufrS

More than 7,000 acres of Iowa’s farmland sold so far this December

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthDecember 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

Iowa’s farmland market is entering 2026 on solid footing

accountMktgLSB | calendar-monthDecember 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

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

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