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March 2026 Wallace’s Farmer MarketPlace Extra
Iowa's farmland market remains remarkably stable as low commodity prices, limited land supply, and steady buyer demand keep values chopping sideways. This month's regional sales data — from Lyon County to Henry County — reflects a market that continues to hold its ground ahead of spring.
Hertz Farm Management Celebrates 80 Years of Helping Farmland Owners Build Their Legacy
Hertz Farm Management, a leader in Professional Farm Management, Farmland Real Estate Services, and Trusted Farmland Appraisals, is proud to celebrate 80 years of service to farmland owners and families throughout the Midwest
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February 2026 Wallace’s Farmer MarketPlace Extra
Despite tight margins in agriculture, Iowa’s farmland market is holding steady in early 2026. Strong demand from experienced buyers and low sale volumes continue to support land values across the state.
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Farm Economy “Uncomfortable,” But Not “Painful”
Midwest farmland values remain surprisingly steady despite tight farm margins and reduced input spending. Strong livestock profits, limited land for sale, and continued farmer demand are helping support land prices and rents. While the farm economy feels “uncomfortable,” experts note it hasn’t reached a painful stage, and the market outlook stays cautiously stable.
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Midwest Farmland Surveys Report Minor Price Changes
Recent Midwest farmland surveys show largely unchanged land values in 2025, with only small regional increases or declines. Strong livestock sectors supported prices in some areas, while softer crop margins and higher costs tempered growth elsewhere. Overall, the data points to a stable, sideways land market heading into 2026.
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Good Land Sold Consistently Well Through Year-End
High-quality farmland continued to bring strong prices through the end of 2025, supported by steady demand from farmers and investors and a limited supply of premium acres. From Iowa to Nebraska, year‑end sales highlighted the resilience of top‑tier land, with strong soil ratings consistently driving competitive bids.
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January 2026 Wallace’s Farmer MarketPlace Extra
The Iowa farmland market is heading into 2026 with remarkable stability, even amid lower commodity prices and modest shifts in land supply. Recent auction results across the state show steady demand and resilient land values, reinforcing confidence among landowners, buyers, and investors.
