Industry Insights Blogs
June 12, 2026
Farm Bankruptcies in 2026: Headlines vs. Reality
Farm bankruptcies are rising, but the numbers need context. Peoples Company breaks down Chapter 12 trends, and which ag sectors face real stress in 2026.
April 13, 2026
From the Ground Up: How Strategic Land Management Unlocks Long-Term Appreciation
Discover how Peoples Company uses targeted improvements and strategic management to drive long-term farmland appreciation. Real-world examples highlight how the right investments and partnerships can unlock a farm’s full potential.
April 13, 2026
Argentina: U.S. Partnership Opportunities in Agriculture, Energy & Fertilizer
Explore how the U.S. can partner with Argentina to develop world-class resources in agriculture, shale energy, and fertilizer production. A strategic look at the opportunities, risks, and integration advantages across the Pampas and Vaca Muerta.
January 28, 2026
Common Myths About Farmland Value in Missouri
Learn the most common misconceptions about farmland value in Missouri. Understand how soils, location, improvements, rents, and market data truly influence value beyond simple price-per-acre rules.
November 18, 2025
The Life Cycle of a Farmland Appraisal | Understanding How Appraisers Determine Land Value
Explore how farmland appraisers determine value. Learn each step—from engagement and research to inspection and valuation methods—to understand what drives a credible farmland appraisal.
November 17, 2025
Landowner Insights Webinar | November 2025
In this edition of the Landowner Insights series, Dr. Dave Muth is joined by Brian O'Neill of Huron Orchard Services, Mike Grubbs of Columbia Farm Services, George Baird, Kyle Walker, and Adam Woiblet of Peoples Company. Together, they discuss Production Economics Across the U.S. – Calibrating Current Farming Income Realities.
September 25, 2025
Landowner Insights Webinar | September 2025
In this edition of the Landowner Insights series, Dr. Dave Muth of Peoples Company Capital Markets is joined by Elizabeth Burns-Thompson of Modern Ag Alliance and Katie Hall, Senior Director of Advocacy at the Iowa Soybean Association to provide insight on MAHA initiatives and the potential impact for farmland owners.
August 28, 2025
What Landowners Need to Know: Renewable Energy Leases After the OBBBA
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act has changed the future of renewable energy projects. See how shortened tax credit deadlines and rising power prices impact lease negotiations, and why farmland owners may see growing demand for battery storage.
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July 23, 2025
Landowner Insights Webinar | July 2025
In this edition of the Landowner Insights series, Dr. Dave Muth of Peoples Company Capital Markets is joined by Liz Krause, CPA and Senior Manager at MHCS; Paul Neiffer, CPA and primary author of the FarmCPAReport.com blog; and Tyler Bruch, CEO, Founder, and Farmer at Boa Safra Ag, LLC. Together, they discuss the tax benefits of farmland ownership.
July 17, 2025
Specialized Asset Considerations: Fundamental Principles of Agribusiness Valuation
While farmland value is primarily driven by land quality, water rights, and production potential, agribusiness assets are valued based on operational efficiency and EBITDA performance, with technology, processing capacity, and supply chain management playing key roles.
June 30, 2025
Maximizing Farmland Value: Solar Lease or Let it Grow?
As solar energy expands across rural America, landowners are increasingly receiving enticing offers to lease their land for solar development.
May 21, 2025
Landowner Insights Webinar | May 2025
In the latest edition of the Landowner Insights series, Dr. Dave Muth of Peoples Company Capital Markets is joined by Brian Klippenstein, Consultant at Missouri Water Center, Ambassador Gregg Doud, President & CEO of National Milk Producers Federation, and Iowa Senator Michael Bousselot.
May 7, 2025
Land Auction Results | April 2025
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 69 tracts or 6,511 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during April 2025. The average dollar per acre was $12,136, the average dollar per tillable acre was $15,979, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $185.
April 14, 2025
The Crucial Role of an Appraisal in Estate Planning and Management
When managing an estate, an appraisal plays a vital role in determining the fair market value of assets such as real estate and farmland. This valuation is essential for ensuring accurate tax calculations, fair inheritance distribution, and legal compliance. Understanding the appraisals' purpose can help protect family wealth and simplify the estate planning process.
April 7, 2025
Iowa Land Values Update | 2025 Quarter 1
Peoples Company tracks agricultural auctions across the state of Iowa. From this data, we calculate the average dollar per CSR2 point ($/CSR2) for sales of tracts with greater than 85% tillable land. Additionally, these tracts are largely unimproved or include minimal improvement contribution.
April 3, 2025
Land Auction Results | March 2025
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 50 tracts or 4,981 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during March 2025. The average dollar per acre was $12,597, the average dollar per tillable acre was $13,722, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $176.
March 26, 2025
Landowner Insights Webinar | March 2025
In the March edition of the Landowner Insights series, Dr. Dave Muth of Peoples Company Capital Markets is joined by Peoples Company land professionals Hunter Norland, Curtis Buono, and George Baird to discuss current market trends.
March 3, 2025
Land Auction Results | February 2025
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 65 tracts or 7,510 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during February 2025. The average dollar per acre was $12,178, the average dollar per tillable acre was $13,263, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $171.
February 6, 2025
Land Auction Results | January 2025
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 76 tracts or 6,614 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during January 2025. The average dollar per acre was $11,295, the average dollar per tillable acre was $13,808, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $180.
January 28, 2025
Landowner Insights Webinar | January 2025
In the January edition of the Landowner Insights series, Dr. Dave Muth of Peoples Company Capital Markets covers key takeaways from the market over the past year, the regional view of farm incomes for 2025 and potential impacts and uncertainty from policy changes.
