Progressive Farmer’s recent Landwatch Weekly report features farmland sales from Kansas, and our Midwest reporting states of Iowa, Michigan, and North Dakota. Find details, as well as key contacts for each highlighted sale – Recent Farmland Sales in Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, North Dakota
Recent land sales in eastern Effingham County, Illinois, have quietly topped $20,000 per acre, despite soil productivity indexes (PI 100–110) that wouldn’t normally command such premiums. The story isn’t about the dirt — it’s about the people, livestock economics, and micro‑market dynamics shaping this unique region. Learn more about the three forces driving these eye‑popping prices – Why Effingham County farmland has topped $20,000 per acre
Progressive Farmer‘s latest Landwatch Weekly features recent farmland sales from our Midwest reporting states of Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin, as well as Missouri. Read more to find details on each land sale – Recent Farmland Sales in Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin
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
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
Farmland values in 2025 didn’t boom or bust — they held their ground with the USDA reporting a 4.3% national rise. In our Midwest states, Iowa saw a slight 0.7% increase while Indiana posted a standout $17K/acre sale demonstrating that beneath statewide averages, the story was far more uneven. The market is cooling, becoming more selective, and rewarding high‑quality land more than ever. Read more from American Farmland Owner – https://www.americanfarmlandowner.com/post/holding-ground-what-2025-revealed-about-farmland-values
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