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August Farmland Sales Snapshot Across the Midwest

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthAugust 3, 2026

Midwest farmland activity remained steady heading into August, with finalized sales reported across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. DTN Progressive Farmer’s Landwatch Weekly highlights a mix of cropland, CRP acres, timber value, and recreational tracts that continue to shape our Midwest regional market momentum.
Key Midwest Highlights:

  • Illinois: Whiteside County farm sold for $10,811 per acre with 93 CRP acres generating annual income through 2029 .
  • Indiana: Randolph County tract sold for $10,667 per acre, including tillable acres, wooded ground, a home, and a large barn .
  • Iowa: Hancock County farm reached $18,500 per acre with strong corn and soybean PLC yields .
  • Kansas: Decatur County cropland and grassland sold for $1,500 per acre with solid access and water availability .
  • Minnesota: Becker County property sold for $9,565 per acre featuring CRP acres, wooded areas, low ground, and strong deer habitat .
  • North Dakota: Pembina County farm sold for $1,994 per acre with wheat and soybean base acres and an 82 productivity index .
  • Wisconsin: Grant County parcels averaged $16,158 per acre, both enrolled in CRP with solid soil ratings and blacktop access .

Read the full DTN Progressive Farmer article: Progressive Farmer Landwatch Weekly August 2026

Recent Farmland Sales Across Georgia, Indiana, Missouri, and Minnesota

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJuly 31, 2026

DTN/Progressive Farmer’s Landwatch Weekly highlights several finalized farmland sales across four states this week, including notable activity in Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting states of Indiana and Minnesota.

Key LSB Midwest Highlights

  • Indiana — Grant County:
    • 131 acres sold in two tracts for $1.5M, averaging $11,069 per acre
    • First tract includes a home, cattle setup and 40 tillable acres
    • Second tract includes 69 tillable acres
    • Reported yields: 148.3 bu/ac corn, 45.7 bu/ac soybeans, 62.4 bu/ac winter wheat
  • Minnesota — Lincoln County:
    • 112 acres sold for $559,200, or $5,000 per acre
    • 57 cropland acres, 17 in row crops, 40 enrolled in CRP
    • 55 acres of grassland suited for grazing with natural water source
    • Overall soil rating of 85.8 on tillable and CRP acres

Other States Featured

  • Georgia — Screven County: 74 acres sold for $518,000 ($7,000/ac) with recreational features and duck impoundment
  • Missouri — Ralls County: 253 acres sold in five tracts for $2.2M, with four land tracts averaging $7,725/ac and multiple parcels featuring ponds and pasture/hay ground

Landwatch Weekly continues to provide a clear snapshot of regional market activity, reinforcing the value of localized reporting across the Midwest and beyond. Full article: https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/business-inputs/article/2026/07/30/recent-farmland-sales-georgia

Minnesota Farmland Market Shows Steady Strength as 2026 Sales Add New Clarity

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJuly 29, 2026

The latest Farm Progress report reinforces what Land Sales Bulletin continues to see across Minnesota: even after two years of breakeven agriculture, farmland values remain steady and supported by excellent crop ratings, timely rains, and long‑term buyer confidence. Timely rains are helping farmers “out‑bushel” lower commodity prices and maintain yield potential.

While commodity prices have softened, the Farm Progress analysis points to multiple factors keeping land values firm: low sale volume, neighborhood competitive dynamics, government support, legacy equity, new investment money, 1031 exchange activity, interest rates, and inflation hedging . As Farm Progress notes, short‑term market weakness has not overtaken long‑term thinking in farmland decisions.

Key Minnesota takeaways:

  • Strong crop outlook with USDA rating corn 67% excellent and soybeans 65% excellent
  • Timely rains strengthening yield potential
  • Seller‑friendly conditions for A‑quality land despite breakeven economics
  • Multiple market forces supporting values beyond commodity prices
  • Competitive sales across Minnesota counties:
    • Blue Earth County: ~90 acres at $12,389 per acre, CPI 81.7
    • Faribault County: ~40 acres at $12,000 per acre, CPI 91.9
    • Le Sueur County: ~144.38 acres at $12,851 per acre, CPI 90.2
    • Murray County: ~160 acres at $10,100 per acre, CPI 92.8
    • Nobles County: ~160 acres at $12,500 per acre, CPI 93.3
    • Polk County: ~80 acres at $10,000 per acre, CPI 91.1
    • Sibley County: ~120 acres at $11,000 per acre, CPI 91.8
    • Traverse County: ~141.21 acres at $8,500 per acre, CPI 93.7

As fall approaches, these finalized sales will provide additional data points that help define Minnesota’s market direction and reinforce the long‑term stability that continues to characterize the region. Read more from Farm Progress: Farmland market affected by much more than just commodity prices

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Minnesota Farmland Snapshot: Recent Sales Across Key Counties

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJuly 2, 2026

Minnesota’s farmland market continues to show resilience heading into the second half of 2026, supported by recent sales across several counties statewide. While values have softened slightly, the market remains stable, with widening gaps between excellent and moderate-quality tracts as buyer demand shifts.

3 Key Things to Watch in the Second Half of 2026

  • 2026 Crop Outlook — In‑season yield expectations will heavily influence farmer optimism and market aggressiveness
  • Geopolitics — War, trade, interest rates, and tariffs continue to shape commodity prices and input costs, with potential rate hikes and shifting global commitments on the horizon
  • Government Support — Additional assistance programs may help producers manage rising fuel and fertilizer costs and provide underlying support for land values

As a key Midwest reporting state for Land Sales Bulletin, Minnesota continues to demonstrate steady strength in the Midwest land market. Farm Progress:https://www.farmprogress.com/management/3-things-to-watch-as-farmland-market-readies-for-second-half-of-2026

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Summer 2026 Farmland Values: Stability Across Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota & Nebraska

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJuly 1, 2026

Farmland values across Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting region continue to show steady, resilient performance heading into Summer 2026, according to Hertz Farm Management’s latest update.

  • Iowa remains stable, with farmland values increasing 1.3% from September 2025 to March 2026 . Over the past 12 months, Iowa posted a net 0.3% gain after a brief dip earlier in 2025.
  • Illinois shows a choppy‑sideways trend. “Excellent” quality land declined 3%, while “Good” and “Average” land remained flat and “Fair” land increased 2% . Despite near‑term caution—61% of respondents expect prices to decline in 2026 —values remain 49–54% above 2020 levels.
  • Nebraska cropland values softened, declining 1–3% statewide, while grazing land rose up to 7% on strong cattle prices . Overall agricultural land values fell 1% year‑over‑year, marking a second consecutive annual decline.
  • Minnesota remains resilient, with modest increases in non‑irrigated cropland prices and ranchland rents, while irrigated rents declined . Lenders remain cautious, with 64% expecting farm incomes to decrease in the year ahead.

Across the Corn Belt, limited land supply, steady buyer interest, and stable long‑term fundamentals continue to support values despite tighter margins and broader economic volatility. Read more from Hertz Farm Management: https://www.hertz.ag/blog/detail/farmland-values-update-summer-2026

Dairy Investment Surges Across Key Midwest States During National Dairy Month

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJune 18, 2026

June’s National Dairy Month arrives at a moment when several of our Midwest states are seeing major momentum in dairy processing investment. As processors look beyond traditional strongholds, states with growing milk supplies — including Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Michigan — are emerging as strategic hubs for future capacity.

The article highlights Iowa’s return to the nation’s top 10 dairy states, driven by herd growth along the I‑29 corridor spanning western Iowa, southwestern Minnesota, and eastern South Dakota. Wisconsin continues to draw significant investment, with more than $1.1 billion tied to its long‑standing leadership in cheese and whey production. Michigan also stands out, attracting $1.3 billion in new processing capacity as it leads the nation in milk per cow productivity.

As processors “follow the milk,” the Midwest’s expanding production base positions the region for continued growth — reinforcing the essential role our states play in the nation’s dairy landscape. Read more from Farm Progress – farm progress – the-new-dairy-gold-rush-which-states-see-investment-in-processing

Minnesota Farmland Market Holds Steady as 2026 Outlook Improves

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthApril 1, 2026

Minnesota’s farmland market continues to demonstrate resilience heading into spring, supported by firmer commodity prices, USDA bridge payments, and improved grower sentiment. While demand isn’t at the peak levels seen from 2021–2023, values across the state remain steady, with recent sales showing strong productivity indexes and competitive per‑acre prices

As one of Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting states, Minnesota plays a key role in illustrating broader regional trends: moderated demand, lower sales volume compared to the boom years, and a market that continues to hold value despite higher interest rates and input cost uncertainty. With farmers entering the 2026 planting season facing more positives than negatives, Minnesota’s land market remains a steady anchor in the Midwest. Read more from Farm Progress: Demand for Minnesota farmland holds steady as outlooks improve

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Midwest Farmland Market Snapshot

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthMarch 11, 2026

Farmland activity across our Midwest continues to demonstrate strength and resilience, with recent sales underscoring the diversity of land types and buyer demand across Land Sales Bulletin’s core reporting states.

Here’s a concise look at notable transactions featured in the latest Landwatch Weekly:

Indiana – A large 380‑acre Elkhart County farm sold for an average of $20,265/acre, with top tracts of productive tillable ground reaching $24,480/acre. Mixed timber‑tillable tracts followed closely behind.

Minnesota – Rock County cropland brought $17,000/acre across two tracts, supported by strong PLC yields and a productivity index above 96 — a clear indicator of continued appetite for top‑tier soils.

North Dakota – Ramsey County farmland sold for $1,975/acre, with tracts offering 63–68 PI soils and flexibility for spring wheat, peas, corn, soybeans, sunflowers, and canola. Values remain steady in regions where productivity varies but cropping diversity is strong.

Across the region, buyers remain focused on soil quality, crop versatility, and long‑term productivity, even as interest rates and input costs continue to shape bidding behavior.

Land Sales Bulletin provides confirmed, recorded sales across the Midwest — ensuring transparency, accuracy, and a clear view of real market movement. Read more about the highlighted sales from Progressive Farmer: https://conta.cc/4llHfoQ

Minnesota Farmland Market Shows Wide Variability

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthMarch 10, 2026

Our Midwest state of Minnesota’s farmland market remains a study in contrasts. Some sales are exceeding expectations, while others show signs of softening — and shifting buyer dynamics are playing a major role. Farmers accounted for 70% of Hertz Farm Management’s purchases in 2024, dropping to 58% in 2025 as investor activity increased.

Recent Federal Reserve data shows nonirrigated land values up 0.7% and pastureland up 12% in the 9th District, reflecting strong cattle markets. Strong A‑quality sales continue across Minnesota, with recent prices ranging from $9,779 to $12,916 per acre depending on county and CPI. Read more from Farm Progress: Strength of farmland market continues to vary across Minnesota

As always, Land Sales Bulletin’s timely, finalized land sale data across Minnesota and the broader Midwest provides essential transparency for understanding these trends and benchmarking local market performance: Midwest Land Sales Data

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