Jennifer Moran | March 30, 2026
Our Midwest reporting states of Illinois, Iowa, and Nebraska are the featured farmland sales in American Farmland Owner‘s recent Notable Sales report.
Farmland auctions across the 3 featured states show prices from $11,500 to $22,100 per acre, driven by soil quality, productivity, and location. Read details behind each sale https://www.americanfarmlandowner.com/post/midwest-notable-farmland-sales-march-2026
Jennifer Moran | March 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:
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
Jennifer Moran | February 23, 2026
Progressive Farmer’s Landwatch Weekly Report features recent farmland sales from our Midwest reporting states of Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Find details on each sale and auction featured: https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/business-inputs/article/2026/02/20/recent-farmland-sales-wisconsin-iowa
Jennifer Moran | February 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
Jennifer Moran | February 19, 2026
Peoples Company has released the latest stats for Iowa agricultural land. While the market continues to shift, high-quality tracts remain a focal point for investors and operators alike in our Midwest reporting state.
The Q4 Numbers:
Find the full breakdown by district and the latest insights on our Midwest state of Iowa in their their full report: Iowa Land Values Update | 2025 Quarter 4
Jennifer Moran | February 18, 2026
Our Midwest reporting state of Iowa’s farmland market is heating up this February — more than 7,300 acres across 38 counties are heading to auction. Key highlights for real estate pros, lenders, and appraisers:
• Large multi‑tract offerings in Mahaska & Des Moines Counties
• Strong CRP income on several parcels
• High‑quality cropland with solid CSR2 ratings
• 47+ auctions statewide, from live events to sealed bids
• Market experts point to a stable but highly selective land environment in 2026
A valuable month to watch for pricing signals, buyer behavior, and regional demand shifts. Successful Farming: Over 7,300 Acres of Iowa Farmland Scheduled for Auction in February 2026
Jennifer Moran | February 10, 2026
Our Midwest reporting states farmland values remain resilient and historically high entering 2026, even with softer grain prices and tighter margins. The January 2026 Benchmark Farmland Report shows that land across eight Midwest and Plains states continues to perform well thanks to:
The message to landowners: high‑quality farmland remains one of the most durable long‑term assets in agriculture. Learn more about the tracked 93 benchmark farms and more from Whitaker Marketing Group – Midwest Farmland Values 2026 Iowa and Regional Land Prices
Jennifer Moran | February 2, 2026
Progressive Farmer’s Landwatch February 2026 Recent Farmland Sales features seven key farmland sales, including our Midwest reporting states of Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota. Click the link to find details on each transaction – https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/article/2026/02/01/february-2026-recent-farmland-sales
Jennifer Moran | January 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
Jennifer Moran | January 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
