Tips and advise from expert farm managers
When it comes to maximizing the value of Iowa farmland, many landowners immediately think about soil quality, CSR2 scores, or grain market proximity. But one
Iowa farmland has always been at the heart of American agriculture. Traditionally, farms have been passed down through generations of family operators. In recent years,
Not every acre of Iowa farmland is the same. While highly tillable land often captures headlines and record auction prices, lesser-tillable land—with waterways, timber, pastures,
As the Midwest’s premier farmland real estate and auction firm, Whitaker Marketing Group is closely watching the 2025 corn outlook — and the numbers are
When it comes to farmland sales in Iowa and across the Midwest, presentation is everything. Whether you’re marketing a 40-acre parcel or a 400-acre family
When it comes to buying or selling farmland in Iowa and across the Midwest, few steps are as critical as the closing process. While many
Iowa is entering a major farmland transition. With a large share of acres held by older owners and fewer, larger operations doing more of the
If you inherit a farm (or any appreciated asset), one tax rule can save you a pile of money: the stepped-up basis. In short, your
When you need to move farmland or rural real estate quickly, confidently, and for true market value, the auction block isn’t a gamble—it’s a strategy.
Thinking about selling your farmland this fall? Add lease termination to your checklist—because in Iowa, most farm leases automatically renew unless one party serves written
