2021 Land Prices – Forged in Farmland – Fueled with Emotion!

Map of Iowa showing average farmland prices per acre by county in 2021

Why Farmland Carries More Emotion Than Any Other Asset I have sold all kinds of assets throughout my career, and I still say this with confidence: there is more emotion in farmland than any other asset I have ever sold. Notably, farmland did not back down in 2021, and that forward momentum is carrying into […]

How Much Is My Farmland Worth

Aerial view of Iowa farmland with text asking “What’s your farm worth?” introducing farmland valuation

What Is Your Iowa Farmland Worth? As a landowner, it is important to understand how much your farmland is worth. Whether you are considering selling in the near future or have no intention of selling at all, you should be able to confidently answer one simple question: What is my farm worth? How Do You […]

Iowa Land Auction Prices, December 11-17, 2021

Santa Claus riding a vintage tractor on an Iowa farm during the winter season

Sioux County Leads Iowa Farmland Sales to Close Out 2021 Sioux County earned top honors this week with six farmland sales ranging from $20,100 to $25,100 per acre, once again demonstrating strong demand for high-quality Iowa farmland. Honorable Mentions and Final Auction Activity Dallas County received honorable mention with a notable sale reaching $16,625 per […]

Iowa Land Auction Prices, December 4-10, 2021

Iowa farmstead with a barn decorated in Christmas lights at dusk during winter

Another Week of Iowa Farmland Sales Above $20,000 Per Acre Another week of aggressive farmland sales has pushed values above $20,000 per acre once again. This continued strength reflects sustained demand for high-quality Iowa farmland, even as the calendar moves deeper into the auction season. Top Iowa Farmland Sales This Week Lyon County took top […]

Iowa Farmland Market – Update November 2021

Iowa farmland value trends by crop reporting district showing average price per acre and price per CSR2 from May through October 2021

The Perfect Storm: What Is Driving Iowa Farmland Values? Over the past 12 months, Iowa farmland values have increased rapidly. Rather than one single factor pushing the market, it has been a perfect storm of multiple forces coming together at the same time. Multiple Factors Fueling Rising Farmland Prices The chain reaction began with COVID, […]

Iowa Farmland Market – Update October 2021

Iowa farmland value trends by crop reporting district showing average price per acre from April through September 2021

Hotter Than a Two-Dollar Pistol: Land Is on the Move There is an incredible amount of farmland changing hands across Iowa. When you look at the age of Iowa landowners, the next decade alone is projected to see roughly 1,000 acres per county transfer ownership. That level of movement is reshaping the farmland landscape statewide. […]