Iowa Land Auction Results – February 2026 Market Recap
Thinking about selling land in Iowa in 2026? February’s land auction results delivered a clear signal: buyer demand remains strong for productive farmland, but pricing continues to vary widely depending on soil quality, tract size, location, and land mix. This recap summarizes February 2026 reported land sales activity across Iowa counties, offering insights specifically for […]
Iowa Land Auction Results: February 14–20, 2026 Weekly Update
For a look at the previous week’s results, see our Iowa Land Auction Results February 7–13, 2026 Iowa land auction results from February 14–20, 2026, provide farmland owners with a clear view of buyer demand, pricing trends, and current market conditions across the state. This week’s activity included primarily tillable tracts, along with CRP acreage […]
ISU Land Value Survey vs a Custom Land Valuation: What’s Best for Your Farm in Iowa
When you’re trying to understand what your land is worth — whether for selling, estate planning, financing, or just making decisions — you’ve got options. Two common tools are: -The Iowa State University Land Value Survey (“ISU Survey” or “ISU Land Value Survey”) -A custom land valuation or full appraisal tailored to your parcel They […]
Midwest Farmland Values in 2026 – What Landowners Need to Know
Midwest farmland values continue to show long-term strength and resilience as we enter 2026, even in the face of softer grain margins and economic headwinds. According to the January 2026 Benchmark Farmland Report, farmland across eight Midwest and Plains states remains historically strong, supported by tight land supply, financially stable buyers, and continued producer demand. […]
Iowa Farmland Auctions Weekly: What January 20–23, 2026 Sales Tell Landowners
For a look at the previous week’s results, see our Iowa Land Auction Prices, January 10–16, 2026. This report on statewide Iowa land auctions gives farmland owners a clear look at how buyers are responding to auction offerings across the state. Using verified auction data from January 20–23, 2026, these results help sellers understand current […]
November 2025 Iowa Farmland Values and Market Update
November 2025 Iowa Farmland Market Update As the year approaches its final month, the November farmland numbers show a noticeable pullback across all land classes following a strong run through the fall. Even with the softening in values, the broader market remains healthy, and prices are still above where they stood one year ago. Below […]
The Impact of Interest Rates on Farmland Values in Iowa
When buying or selling farmland in Iowa, interest rates are one of the most powerful forces shaping land values. For landowners, farmers, and investors, understanding how rates impact farmland prices is key to making smart decisions in today’s market. Whether you plan to sell, auction, or invest in Iowa farmland, knowing how interest rates influence […]
Iowa Farmland Market Update | October 2025
Iowa Farmland Market Holds Strong Through Harvest As harvest wraps up across Iowa, the farmland market continues to show its strength. October stayed steady with solid auction activity, competitive bidding, and land values that continue to impress as we move toward year-end. Auction Activity: Fewer Sales, Same Strong Demand In October 2025, Iowa saw 109 […]
Iowa Farmland Market Update – September 2025
The Iowa farmland market update for September 2025 shows resilience and steady growth as we move into the fall season. Auction activity continues to climb, and farmland values are holding firm across most regions. Both sellers and buyers are finding opportunity in today’s active land market. Auction Activity: More Sales, More Buyers In September 2025, […]
2025 RLI Land Survey
Latest RLI Iowa Land Values Survey: March 2025 Results Iowa’s leading farmland brokerage, auction, and appraisal team with over 35 years of experience MARCH 2025 IOWA FARMLAND MARKET UPDATE Latest RLI Iowa Chapter Land Values Survey Results The REALTORS® Land Institute – Iowa Chapter has just released its March 2025 Land Trends and Values Survey, […]
