Iowa Farmland Auction Results: What This Week’s Sales Tell Landowners Considering an Auction
Even during a quieter auction week, a single verified sale can reveal meaningful insight into buyer behavior—and, more importantly, why auctions continue to provide clarity for farmland sellers. This week’s Iowa farmland auction results include a confirmed tillable sale in Fremont County, offering a clear snapshot of how productive land is being valued at year-end. […]
Kathy Loew Joins the Whitaker Marketing Group Team
We’re excited to welcome Kathy Loew to the Whitaker Marketing Group team. Kathy isn’t just another name on a door; she lives and breathes agricultural life. If you’re buying or selling a farm, hunting ground, or rural property, you want someone who truly cares about the land. Kathy gets it because she’s lived it. Kathy’s […]
Iowa Farmland Prices: 2024 vs. 2025 Market Update
When landowners ask, “How’s the market?” the most honest answer in Iowa farmland values in 2025 is this: Iowa farmland values didn’t drop — they separated. Looking at verified auction data from both 2024 and 2025, the market has become more disciplined, more selective, and more execution-driven. And for sellers, that distinction matters more today […]
Missouri Farmland Prices 2025
Missouri farmland prices 2025 vary widely by county, reflecting differences in soil quality, land use, and regional demand. The Missouri Average Farmland Price Per Acre map provides a county-by-county view of where land values are strongest, where they are softer, and what those trends reveal about the current farmland market across the state. Missouri Farmland […]
Nebraska Farmland Prices: 2024 vs. 2025 Market Update
Nebraska farmland prices softened modestly in 2025 as overall market activity slowed across the state. Unlike some neighboring markets that saw pricing stability despite fewer transactions, Nebraska experienced both a reduction in sales volume and a pullback in per-acre values. As a result, buyers and sellers approached the market more cautiously in 2025. This update […]
Illinois Farmland Prices: 2024 vs. 2025 Market Update
Illinois farmland prices continued to edge higher in 2025, even as overall market activity slowed from the prior year. While fewer acres changed hands, buyers remained willing to pay strong prices for quality ground. As a result, Illinois once again behaved more like Iowa and Minnesota than Nebraska, with firm pricing paired with lighter transaction […]
Minnesota Farmland Prices: 2024 vs. 2025 Market Update
Minnesota farmland prices showed resilience in 2025, even as overall market activity slowed compared to the prior year. While fewer acres changed hands, pricing per acre edged higher, reinforcing a broader Midwest trend where limited supply continues to support land values despite reduced transaction volume. In this update, statewide farmland sales data from 2024 and […]
Washington & Louisa County Iowa Farmland Auction Results
A Record Sale for Iowa Farmland Whitaker Marketing Group achieved exceptional Iowa farmland auction results on October 22, 2025, selling 902.25 ± acres in Washington and Louisa Counties for $13,175,420—an average of $16,701 per tillable acre.This farmland auction reflected both the continued strength of Iowa’s land market and the power of strategic, data-driven marketing. The […]
Top Mistakes Landowners Make When Selling Their Farmland
Selling farmland is one of the most important financial decisions a landowner can make. Whether you’re retiring, settling an estate, or simply restructuring your portfolio, the stakes are high. Unfortunately, many sellers leave money on the table—or face unnecessary delays—because of avoidable mistakes. At Whitaker Marketing Group, we’ve helped countless landowners navigate the sales process, […]
Estate Planning Tips to Avoid Probate for Farmland Owners
When it comes to farmland and real estate, planning ahead is the best way to protect your legacy and ensure a smooth transition for your family. Unfortunately, one of the biggest hurdles landowners face is probate—the legal process of validating a will and distributing assets. Without proper planning, probate can become lengthy, costly, and emotionally […]