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Economic Uncertainty Increases Value of Owning Land
In an era of economic uncertainty, farmland continues to prove its value as a stable, long-term investment. From market volatility to shifting global dynamics, this article explores why owning land remains a smart strategy—and how current conditions are shaping the farmland market in 2025.
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China Trade Risks Different in 2025 than 2018
While China remains a major buyer of U.S. soybeans, American agriculture has become less reliant on Chinese demand. The shift in export trends, the rise of new trade partners, and ongoing tariff tensions are all influencing planting decisions and shaping the market outlook for 2025.
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Farmland Values Resilient Year-over-Year, Stronger in Q1
Farmland values across the Midwest held steady in early 2025, supported more by limited supply than strong demand. While fewer farms hit the market, buyer interest remained soft and annual cash rents declined in key states. With muted demand and rising financial pressures, ag lenders are signaling caution ahead of the summer growing season.
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Amid Low Market Inventory, Spring Sales Still Strong
Even with mixed economic signals and lower buyer demand in some regions, well-rated farms are still commanding strong prices. Limited inventory this spring has kept competition high for high-quality tracts. This update highlights several notable farmland sales from the first quarter of 2025 across Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, and Nebraska.
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Building a Legacy Through Partnership: A Farmland Investment Journey
Discover how Haverkamp Group partnered with Hertz Farm Management to diversify into farmland investing—building long-term value, supporting conservation, and empowering new farmers across the Midwest.
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Grain Markets - Summer 2025
From winter rallies to shifting trade winds, corn and soybean markets have been anything but steady. Dive into the latest USDA projections, price trends, and global influences that could shape the months ahead.
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Farmland Values Update - Summer 2025
After five years of rising values, the Midwest farmland market showed signs of softening in 2024. From Iowa to Illinois, shifting commodity prices, interest rates, and economic headwinds played a role—yet signs of early 2025 stabilization are emerging.
