Understanding CSR2 Scores for Iowa Farmland
CSR2 scores measure the productivity of Iowa soils on a scale of 5 to 100. These scores play a major role in farmland values, cash rental rates, conservation programs, and lending decisions. Understanding your Score can help you make smarter decisions whether you’re buying, selling, renting, or managing Iowa farmland. If you into Iowa agriculture, […]
What Landowners Should Know About Private Wells in Iowa
Private wells supply drinking water to millions of rural landowners across Iowa and the Midwest. Understanding well depth, water quality testing, maintenance requirements, and legal regulations helps landowners protect their investment, their health, and their property value—before and after purchase. Private wells serve millions of landowners across rural America—and in Iowa, they’re a fixture on […]
Iowa Land Auction Report: What July 2026 Land Sales Tell Us
July 2026 demonstrated that Iowa farmland values remain highly dependent on location, land quality, and buyer demand. Sale prices ranged from approximately $4,650 per acre to $18,400 per acre, proving that there is no single “average” value that accurately represents today’s market. If you’ve been following Iowa farmland values, July offered another reminder that every […]
Farmland Lease Termination Notices in Iowa: What You Need to Know
In Iowa, most year-to-year farm leases require written termination notice by September 1 if either the landlord or tenant wants the lease to end before the next crop year. Missing the deadline often means the lease automatically renews for another year, making it one of the most important dates on the agricultural calendar. Whether you’re […]
What Is a Landlocked Farm?
A landlocked farm is a parcel of agricultural land with no direct access to a public road. Instead, the property is surrounded by neighboring land, meaning the owner must cross someone else’s property to reach it. This creates unique legal, logistical, and operational challenges—especially in rural Iowa, where decades of land divisions have left many […]
Can You Own Land Without Owning the Mineral Rights?
Yes, you can legally own land without owning the mineral rights beneath it. This happens when mineral rights have been severed from surface rights through a prior sale or deed. It’s more common than most buyers realize—and it can significantly affect what you’re allowed to do with your property. Buying land feels straightforward. You sign […]
5 Things Every Landowner Should Know About Their Farm
Successful farm ownership comes down to five fundamentals—soil health, water resources, legal compliance, equipment management, and financial planning. Landowners who actively manage these areas protect their investment, improve annual yields, and position their property for long-term value. Many landowners inherit or purchase farmland without a clear roadmap for managing it well. The result? Missed income, […]
Iowa Farmland Auction Results: July 18–24, 2026
Iowa farmland auction results from July 18–24, 2026, show that quality tillable farms continue to bring premium prices while recreational properties remain highly sought after. Reported sale prices ranged from $4,700 to $14,200 per acre, demonstrating that land quality, location, and buyer demand continue to drive today’s market. Each week’s auction activity provides another piece […]
The Truth About Farmland Auction Results
Every time a farm sells, there’s a lot of attention on the final sale price. Headlines highlight dollars per acre, coffee shop conversations revolve around record-breaking sales, and neighboring landowners naturally begin wondering what their own farm might be worth. Auction results are one of the most transparent indicators of the farmland market. They provide […]
Why Farmland Is Always in Demand
Farmland will always be in high demand. People need food. Productive land is limited. Quality cropland cannot be manufactured. That is why farmland continues to hold long-term value for Midwest landowners, even when markets change. Why Farmland Will Always Be in High Demand as a Tangible Asset Unlike stocks or bonds, farmland is a physical […]