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Midwest Farmland Values in 2026 – What Landowners Need to Know

Midwest farmland values continue to show long-term strength and resilience as we enter 2026, even in the face of softer grain margins and economic headwinds.

Iowa Farmland Auctions Weekly: What January 20–23, 2026 Sales Tell Landowners

For a look at the previous week’s results, see our Iowa Land Auction Prices, January 10–16, 2026. This report on statewide Iowa land auctions gives

Marketing Farmland Across Multiple States: Challenges and Strategies

At Whitaker Marketing Group, we work every day to connect sellers with the right buyers for their farmland. However, while marketing a single property in

Farmland Fact: Tile Drainage in the U.S. Equals Enough Pipe to Circle the Earth 120 Times (Week 4)

Did you know the hidden infrastructure beneath America’s farmland is massive—on a global scale? According to the USDA, roughly 50 million acres of farmland across

Iowa Farmland Auction Results – Iowa Land Prices Defy Grain Market Slides

Iowa Land Prices: January 10-16, 2026 For a look at the previous week’s results, see our Iowa Land Auction Prices, January 3-9, 2026 recap. Every

Iowa Farmland Values 2026: What Today’s Market Means for Sellers

Iowa farmland values 2026 remain near historic highs, creating an important decision point for landowners considering a sale. While the farmland market has cooled slightly

Iowa Farmland Auction Results: What This Week’s Sales Reveal for Landowners

This report on weekly Iowa farmland auction results provides landowners with clear insight into buyer demand, pricing trends, and how auctions are performing across the

Transitioning CRP Land Back to Row Crop Farming

If you’ve ever managed land in Iowa, you know the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) isn’t just a government acronym—it’s been a big part of the

Farm Income History: How Sharing Past Yield Records Affects Buyer Decisions

When it comes to selling farmland in Iowa and across the Midwest, one of the most influential factors in a buyer’s decision is farm income

Farmland Fact: Iowa Farmland Generates Billions in Annual Rental Income (Week 3)

Is farmland really a “non-performing” asset? The numbers say otherwise. A common misconception is that land loses value or fails to generate meaningful income. In

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