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Farmland Sales From July Highlight Strength Across Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthOctober 8, 2026

Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting states saw strong July auction activity, with Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois each posting notable results across multitract offerings. Successful Farming’s coverage shows continued buyer demand for productive cropland and premium parcels.

Summary Points:

  • Wisconsin: Nearly 800 acres in Juneau County averaged $8,303 per acre, with Tracts 1–3 at $8,700 per acre and a premium 11.66‑acre parcel reaching $13,000 per acre.
  • Iowa: A 775‑acre Pocahontas County auction saw prices from $9,500 to $11,050 per acre, led by Tract 3 at $11,050 per acre and supported by strong CSR2 ratings of 80–85.
  • Illinois: Sangamon County’s Markunas Trust sale produced a wide value spread, with Tract 1 at $16,000 per acre and Tract 4 at $8,300 per acre due to CREP‑enrolled timber reducing tillable acres despite similar PI ratings.

These results reinforce the resilience of well‑positioned farmland across LSB’s Midwest reporting region, even as operators and investors navigate a cautious ag economy.

Source: Successful Farming | Author: Dave Price | Full report: Wisconsin Farmland Brings More Than $8,000-per-Acre Average at Auction

Wisconsin Farmland Auction Surges to Nearly $22,000 Per Acre

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthMay 26, 2026

A recent auction in Stoughton, Wisconsin delivered one of the most eye‑opening sales the region has seen, with a 208‑acre farm selling for $21,946 per acre—more than triple the state’s 2025 average farmland value of $6,420 per acre. Rapid‑fire bidding pushed prices upward within minutes, driven by strong demand for high‑quality cropland and limited availability in Dane County. Nearly 50 bidders participated, but a local dairy farmer ultimately secured all five tracts offered.

The sale’s momentum has already sparked new interest among landowners considering bringing properties to market, underscoring the continued strength of premium farmland in Wisconsin—Land Sales Bulletin’s home Midwest reporting state. Read more from American Farmland Owner: Wisconsin Farm Sells for Nearly $22,000 an Acre in Rapid-Fire Auction 

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