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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

DTN Progressive Farmer Landwatch Weekly Report - June 4, 2026

Strong Buyer Interest Continues Across Midwest Land Markets

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJune 5, 2026

Recent land sales across the Midwest show that buyer demand remains steady, even as overall listings stay limited. The latest report highlights representative sales from Kansas and Missouri, along with two strong transactions from Illinois, one of Land Sales Bulletin’s core Midwest reporting states.

In Kansas, cropland in Ottawa County sold for $2,450 per acre at online auction, supported by productive silt loam soils and consistent wheat yields . Missouri’s Reynolds County pastureland brought $2,500 per acre, reflecting strong forage production and well‑maintained fencing and water infrastructure.

Illinois posted two notable sales:
• Knox County: 87.78 acres sold for $8,200 per acre, offering productive tillable ground and upland game habitat.
• Tazewell County: 40.3 acres reached $19,900 per acre, supported by a strong 138.5 Productivity Index and high‑quality soils including Ipava and Sable.

These sales underscore the resilience of Midwest farmland markets, where buyer interest remains high and finalized transactions continue to reflect strong regional demand. Farm Progress: https://www.farmprogress.com/farm-business/buyers-still-lining-up-for-land-sales

Notable Iowa & Wisconsin Farmland Sales Highlight Strong Spring Market

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-month

Recent Notable Sales across Iowa and Wisconsin continue to demonstrate the strength of high‑quality Midwest farmland, according to reporting from American Farmland Owner.

In Sioux County, Iowa, two premium cropland tracts sold for $26,600 per acre on April 2, reflecting the region’s continued demand for nearly all‑tillable farms with strong CSR2 ratings and efficient row layouts.
Tract 1 included 44.5± acres with a CSR2 of 91, while Tract 2 offered 40± acres with a CSR2 of 91.8, supported by proven Galva, Primghar, and Ely soils.

In Dane County, Wisconsin, a 207.55‑acre offering brought $18,750 to $24,000 per acre across five tracts at an April 17 auction.
The farm featured nearly all‑tillable acres, productive Plano, Ringwood, and Traxel silt loams, and strong proximity to Madison — all factors that contributed to competitive bidding in this tightly held region.

These Notable Sales reinforce the continued resilience of top‑quality cropland and the strong operator and investor interest across the our Midwest. https://www.americanfarmlandowner.com/post/notable-land-sales-midwest

Nebraska: A Key State in Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest Reporting Region

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthMay 12, 2026

Nebraska remains a core part of Land Sales Bulletin’s 10‑state Midwest reporting region, with recent sales activity underscoring a familiar theme across the state: strong buyer demand and limited supply. Farmland listings remain scarce, and that tight inventory continues to support values even as commodity margins shift.
Landowners are cautious to sell, buyers remain active, and professionally marketed farms are moving quickly — a dynamic reflected in this month’s representative sales.

Recent Verified Sales Across Three Nebraska Counties

  • Saline County (Southeast) — 237.79 acres sold for $4,850/acre
    • 219.08 tillable acres across two parcels
    • Mix of flat and gently rolling cropland
    • Working corral and pen facilities included
  • Lancaster County (East) — 75.16 acres sold for $8,800/acre
    • More than 96% tillable, with a four‑year lime program applied before 2024 planting
    • Geological and hydrological reports suggest irrigation potential in the northeast corner (no test drilling yet)
  • Pierce County (Northeast) — Two‑tract sale
    • Tract 1: 160 acres at $4,300/acre; 129.9 certified irrigated acres; includes 2012 Zimmatic pivot and irrigation equipment
    • Tract 2: 320 acres at $5,300/acre; 267.48 certified irrigated acres; includes two 2007 pivots, gearhead, and updated well components

These transactions highlight the diversity of Nebraska’s land base — from high‑quality tillable acres in the east to pivot‑irrigated tracts in the northeast — and reinforce the value of consistent, verified reporting across the Midwest. Read more from Farm Progress: Land in Demand but not much supply on the Market

Subscribers can explore full sale details, historical trends, and county‑level data through Land Sales Bulletin’s reports and digital tools.

Farmland sales across the Midwest remain active this spring

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthMay 11, 2026

Recent farmland sales across our reporting states of Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin continue to show strong buyer interest and steady demand in core Midwest markets. In Fremont County, Iowa, a 197‑acre farm sold for $10,000 per acre , while Faribault County, Minnesota saw a 123‑acre tract reach $12,200 per acre at auction . North Dakota’s Steele County recorded a multi‑tract sale averaging $3,430 per acre across 790 acres of cropland . In Sauk County, Wisconsin, a two‑tract, 190‑acre offering averaged $6,775 per acre, reflecting continued interest in mixed‑use and recreational acreage .

These transactions highlight ongoing resilience across Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting states, where our finalized sales data helps farmers, producers, lenders, and rural land professionals stay ahead of market shifts.

Read more from Progressive Farmer: Recent Farmland Sales in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, Wisconsin

Landwatch Weekly - Recent Farmland Sales in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin from Progressive Farmer

Resilience Continues to Define the Midwest Land Market — With Minnesota Sales Holding Strong

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthMay 7, 2026

Resilience remains the defining characteristic of Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting region, even as producers navigate drought, rising input costs, and global uncertainty. High‑quality farmland continues to demonstrate remarkable stability across the 10‑state region — and Minnesota is no exception. Recent sales across Minnesota highlight this strength. In the past month, several high‑quality tracts surpassed $12,000 per acre, including:

Faribault County: 123.02 acres at $12,200/acre with a CPI of 93.5
Watonwan County: 151.08 acres at $12,650/acre with a CPI of 93.6
Nobles County: 74.05 acres at $14,835/acre with a CPI of 97

Even with economic pressures, these results echo what LSB’s data has shown for years: high‑quality Midwest farmland gets knocked down less often — and gets back up faster. As one recent report noted, the resilience of top‑tier tillable ground is comparable to “Rocky Balboa” in its ability to rebound.

Across the Midwest, Land Sales Bulletin continues to provide the finalized, county‑level sales data that helps producers, landowners, and advisors navigate a market defined by strength, stability, and long‑term confidence. Read more from Farm Progress: Despite challenges, high-quality farmland prices remain high

Minnesota land sales - Farm Progress

Producer Sentiment, Land Value Expectations & Why Finalized Midwest Sales Data Matters

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthMay 6, 2026

Producer sentiment continues to diverge sharply depending on how farmers view the direction of land values. The March 2026 Purdue University–CME Group Ag Economy Barometer shows that only 10% of producers expect land values to decline, while 35% expect them to rise over the next 12 months . Those expecting higher values also reported stronger current conditions and more optimism about future financial performance—with a Financial Performance Index of 111 compared to 93 among those expecting declines .

High input costs remain the top concern for both groups, though the pressure is felt more intensely among producers anticipating lower land values . And when asked what’s driving land values locally, the groups split: those expecting declines pointed to net farm income, while those expecting increases cited alternative investments as the biggest influence .

Why Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest Data Is Essential

Understanding producer sentiment is valuable—but sentiment alone doesn’t move markets. Finalized sales do.

That’s where Land Sales Bulletin provides critical clarity. By documenting finalized, completed farmland sales across 10 Midwest states, LSB delivers the ground‑truth data needed to interpret sentiment shifts in real time. When producers express optimism or caution, LSB’s county‑level sales reports show whether actual transactions reflect those expectations—or diverge from them.

In a moment when producers are split on the direction of land values, LSB’s consistent sales data helps land professionals, lenders, appraisers, and producers distinguish perception from market reality. It’s the difference between watching the weather forecast and checking the rain gauge.

As the ag economy continues to evolve, pairing sentiment indicators with verified Midwest sales data offers the most complete picture of where farmland values may be headed next. Read more from farmdocdaily: Producer Sentiment and Land Value Expectations – farmdoc daily
Download the full report: Producer-Sentiment-and-Land-Value-Expectations Report- fdd050126

Ag Economy Barometer Survey, March 2026

North Dakota Farmland Market Shows Strength Through Discipline

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthApril 20, 2026

A major North Dakota land auction—spanning 4,398 acres across four counties, brought in $21.82 million, landing nearly even with its two‑year‑old appraisal. The results highlight what we’re seeing across the region: buyers remain active, but they’re more selective than in past peak years. Some tracts soared above 120% of appraisal values, while others settled lower, reflecting a market that rewards high‑quality soils, strong access, and proven productivity.

As one of Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting states, North Dakota continues to demonstrate that while the market isn’t at the highs of 2022, it remains far from collapsing. Demand is steady, capital is active, and buyers are selective, reflecting a more mature, disciplined phase of the land cycle. Farm Progress: North Dakota auction shows a disciplined but still strong land market

North Dakota Auction Shows a Disciplined but Still Strong Land Market

Strong March for Iowa Farmland: $78M in Sales Across 10,600 Acres

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthApril 15, 2026

Iowa farmland auctions brought in more than $78 million in March, with over 10,600 acres changing hands across the state. Sales in counties such as Louisa, Sioux, and Ringgold reflected strong demand for high‑quality cropland and well‑maintained pasture, even as broader market conditions remain steady and increasingly selective.

Economists note that Iowa’s land values continue to be supported by limited supply, consistent buyer interest, and stronger livestock margins, while crop producers face tighter profitability. These dynamics mirror trends across Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting region, which includes Iowa among its 10 states. Successful Farming: Iowa Farmland Auctions Bring Over $78 Million in March

As always, Land Sales Bulletin provides verified, county‑level sales data to help buyers, sellers, and industry professionals track real‑time market movement across the Midwest.

Successful Farming - Iowa farmland March 2026

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