Farm Economy & Land Outlook: What Iowa Landowners and Farmers Should Watch in 2026

Young Iowa corn plants growing in fertile soil at sunrise representing the 2026 farm economy and agricultural outlook.

The 2026 ISU Soil Management and Land Valuation Conference brought together agricultural professionals, landowners, appraisers, lenders, and farm operators to discuss the current state of the farm economy and the future of Iowa farmland values. Conversations throughout the conference focused on commodity markets, cash rents, input costs, global agriculture, and long-term land investment trends shaping […]