For a look at the previous week’s results, see our Iowa Land Auction Results February 7–13, 2026
Iowa land auction results from February 14–20, 2026, provide farmland owners with a clear view of buyer demand, pricing trends, and current market conditions across the state.
This week’s activity included primarily tillable tracts, along with CRP acreage and wind turbine-influenced farms across multiple Iowa counties.
For landowners evaluating whether now is the right time to sell, reviewing Iowa land auction results weekly offers valuable insight into how buyers are responding to available inventory.
Weekly Overview of Iowa Land Auction Results
This week’s Iowa land auction results covered a range of land types and pricing levels:
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Tillable farms
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CRP tracts
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Tillable farms with wind turbines
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Mixed CSR2 profiles across regions
Sale prices ranged from approximately $5,400 to $25,600 per acre, depending on land type, CSR2 rating, and location. As a result, productivity and positioning continue to play a major role in pricing outcomes.
Several tracts were reported as No Sale, Undetermined, or Undisclosed, reinforcing the importance of proper pricing strategy.
What Iowa Land Auction Results Show About Buyer Demand
Strong Performance for High-Quality Tillable Land
Several higher-CSR2 tillable farms performed well this week:
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Lyon County Tillable sold at $25,600 per acre
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Lyon County Tillable also reached $22,500 per acre
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Sioux County Tillable brought $22,500 per acre
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Sioux County Tillable sales ranged from $15,400 to $22,500
Consequently, productive, well-located farms in northwest Iowa continue to attract competitive bidding when exposed properly through auction.
Seller takeaway: High-quality tillable acres remain in demand when supported by accurate soil data and strong marketing.
Productivity Continues to Influence Pricing
In addition to total price per acre, Iowa land auction results again highlighted the importance of CSR2 ratings and tillable acreage.
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Sioux County farms with CSR2 ratings above 90 achieved stronger per-acre results.
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Lyon County tracts with solid soil productivity commanded premium pricing.
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Lower-CSR2 tracts in counties such as Hancock and Clarke reflected more moderate bidding.
$ per CSR2 varied significantly based on soil rating and buyer pool depth.
Therefore, sellers should ensure soil maps, tillable breakdowns, and yield history are clearly presented prior to auction.
CRP and Wind Turbine Tracts Show Selective Interest
This week included CRP activity in Greene County and a Tillable-Wind Turbine tract in Clay County.
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Greene County CRP sold at $5,850 per acre.
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Clay County Tillable with wind turbines sold at $22,100 per acre.
While CRP tracts traded at more moderate levels compared to prime tillable land, buyer participation remained steady.
As a result, specialty tracts can perform effectively at auction when expectations are aligned with market realities.
Seller takeaway: Auctions are not limited to prime tillable farms. Land type influences pricing, but positioning and expectations remain critical.
“No Sale,” Undetermined, and Undisclosed Results Provide Market Signals
This week included:
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Two Tama County tracts reported as No Sale
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One Pocahontas County tract marked Undetermined
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One Franklin County tract listed as Undisclosed
Importantly, Iowa land auction results that include no-sale or undisclosed outcomes should not be viewed negatively. Instead, they offer valuable market feedback on reserve pricing, timing, or buyer readiness.
In many cases, these results help landowners refine expectations before bringing property back to market.
Why Weekly Iowa Land Auction Results Matter to Sellers
Rather than focusing on isolated transactions, landowners benefit most by reviewing Iowa land auction results as a trend indicator.
Weekly data helps sellers:
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Understand current buyer activity
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Compare CSR2-adjusted pricing
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Evaluate demand by land type
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Assess regional performance differences
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Make timing decisions with confidence
As a result, auction data becomes a strategic planning tool—not just a recap of past sales.
Regional Highlights from This Week’s Results
This week’s Iowa land auction results included activity in:
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Crawford County
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Lyon County
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Sioux County
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Greene County
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Hancock County
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Clay County
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Pocahontas County
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Warren County
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Franklin County
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Tama County
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Clarke County
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Monona County
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Mitchell County
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Story County
Because results span northwest, north-central, central, and western Iowa, sellers can compare pricing trends beyond just their immediate county.
Considering an Auction? Let the Market Speak
Auctions continue to provide transparent price discovery and defined timelines for Iowa farmland sellers. When marketed properly, auctions allow buyers to compete openly, which often results in true market value being established in real time.
At Whitaker Marketing Group, we rely on Iowa land auction results—not speculation—to guide our recommendations to landowners.
If you are considering selling farmland in Iowa, reviewing current auction performance is the first step toward making an informed decision.
For additional statewide context, landowners may also review the Iowa State University Land Value Survey from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.
Final Thoughts on Iowa Land Auction Results February 14–20, 2026
Overall, Iowa land auction results this week reinforce several consistent themes:
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High-CSR2 tillable land remains strong.
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Northwest Iowa continues to produce premium pricing.
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Productivity and soil quality influence outcomes.
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CRP and specialty tracts remain active with proper expectations.
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No-sale outcomes provide useful market feedback.
As market conditions evolve, consistent review of Iowa land auction results remains one of the most reliable tools for farmland owners.
