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 reality, farmland—especially in Iowa—produces substantial annual revenue through rental income. According to industry data, approximately 60% of Iowa farmland is leased to tenant operators. With an estimated 30 million acres […]
Farmland Fact: Condemnation Easements Can Be Used for Access (Week 2)
Did you know condemnation easements are not limited to highways and public roads? In certain situations, landowners can use a condemnation easement to gain access across another property when no reasonable access exists. Although many people misunderstand this legal tool, it plays an important role in land access, ownership rights, and property value. Farmland Fact […]
Farmland Facts
Farmland plays a critical role in food production and rural economies. It also influences long-term land ownership decisions. The Farmland Facts series shares short, data-driven insights. As a result, landowners, buyers, and investors can make smarter decisions with greater confidence. Latest Farmland Facts Each post focuses on one clear takeaway about farmland, tillable acres, ownership, […]
Farmland Fact: Only 11% of the World’s Land Is Tillable (Week 1)
Did you know that only 11% of the world’s land qualifies as tillable farmland, sometimes called arable land? In the Midwest alone, that limited land base totals roughly 127 million acres. Each year, those acres generate approximately $350 billion in agricultural production. Together, those numbers offer a clear reminder of just how valuable and important […]
