Terminating a Farm Lease in Iowa

Iowa law sets a firm deadline for terminating or changing a farm lease. To end a lease for the upcoming crop year, you must notify your tenant by September 1. Missing this deadline allows the tenant to retain lease rights for the following season. Landowners must take this step to maintain clear control of their […]
A New 2022 State Record was set at Auction by Whitaker Marketing Group

Thirty-eight acres of farmland sold in Sioux County for $23,000 per acre, or $24,498.60 per tillable acre. This sale highlights how multiple factors continue to influence Iowa farmland prices. “There are a multitude of factors that impact farmland prices,” said David Whitaker of Whitaker Marketing Group. “However, competitive bidding and utilizing the auction method of […]
Iowa Farmland Market Update – January 2022

As we move toward spring, a healthy amount of farmland will continue to come to market. We are seeing sellers and real estate companies work aggressively to accelerate listings in order to capitalize on today’s strong land prices. Now that the dust has settled on 2021, farmland values continue to move forward. While prices may […]
Iowa Farmland Market Update – December 2021

Historically, November records the highest volume of farmland transactions. This year followed that trend. Market activity remained strong, and buyer interest stayed consistent throughout the month. Market Sentiment Remains Positive When speaking with realtors and land professionals, a consistent message continues to surface. Many believe the farmland market will remain strong in the near term. […]