Crawford County Missouri Land for Sale | Berry Farm, Home & Income Potential
Whitaker Marketing Group is honored to present this Crawford County Missouri land for sale located at 552 Lick Creek Rd in Leasburg, Missouri. This 14.7± acre property combines residential living, established farm income, and agritourism potential in one offering. With an existing berry operation, quality improvements, and a strong setting, the property is positioned for […]
Louisa County Iowa Land Auction | 125.07± Acres with CRP Income & Recreational Appeal
Whitaker Marketing Group is honored to present this 125.07± acre Louisa County, Iowa land auction, offering strong recreational appeal, CRP income, and functional improvements in a highly desirable rural setting. Known locally as the Deloyd Swarts farm, this property is located just 5 minutes from Columbus Junction and offers a rare combination of seclusion and […]
New Federal Tax Bill Impacts Iowa Farmers and Farmland Owners
Key Updates for Estate Planning, Farm Sales, and Agricultural Investments Iowa farmland tax changes are drawing attention across the agricultural industry as a new federal tax bill introduces updates that could impact farmland ownership, estate planning, and farm investment strategies. While many provisions will roll out gradually over the coming years, these changes may influence […]
Whitaker Marketing Group Named Land.com Land Star Award Top Producer for Q4 2025
Whitaker Marketing Group is proud to announce that our team earned the Land Star Award Top Producer recognition for the fourth quarter of 2025 by Land.com. Land.com is one of the nation’s leading marketplaces for rural real estate. Each quarter, the Land Star Awards recognize top land brokers and agencies across the United States. This […]
David Whitaker Inducted into the Iowa Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame
Whitaker Marketing Group proudly recognizes David Whitaker’s induction into the Iowa Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame – a milestone that reflects a career built on professionalism, performance, and consistent results for landowners. This recognition represents decades of leadership within the auction industry and a continued commitment to delivering measurable outcomes for farmland sellers across Iowa […]
2026 U.S. Agricultural Economy Outlook: What Farmers, Lenders, and Landowners Should Expect
The 2026 ag outlook highlights tighter credit, elevated interest rates, and thinner operating margins—factors that matter to Midwest farmers, lenders, and farmland owners making decisions in 2026. As we move deeper into 2026, producers and landowners must focus on liquidity, debt structure, and long-term positioning rather than short-term optimism. This breakdown covers: 2025 farm income […]
Midwest Farmland Values Rebound in 2025, but Credit Conditions Tighten Heading Into 2026
Midwest farmland values moved higher in 2025, reversing the modest decline seen in 2024, according to the latest AgLetter from the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. The report points to an important split in the market: land values strengthened, but farm credit conditions weakened. That combination matters for buyers, sellers, and landowners across Iowa and […]
Iowa Farmland Values 2026: What Today’s Market Means for Sellers
Iowa farmland values 2026 remain near historic highs, creating an important decision point for landowners considering a sale. While the farmland market has cooled slightly from its peak, strong equity, active local buyers, and stable demand continue to shape favorable conditions for sellers across Iowa and the Midwest. Iowa Land Values Remain Historically Strong Iowa […]
Fewer Acres for Sale, Steady Values: What the 2025 Midwest Land Market Really Told Us
The Midwest farmland market in 2025 defied expectations. Despite elevated interest rates, softer commodity prices, and ongoing economic uncertainty, farmland values across much of the Midwest remained remarkably steady. Interest rates stayed elevated. Commodity prices pulled back. Conversations focused on the Federal Reserve, global trade, and government policy. But when the year closed, farmland prices […]
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 […]
