Land Values 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.
June 11, 2026
Why Appraisal Reports Cannot Be Reassigned Under USPAP
Reassigning an appraisal report to a new client violates USPAP. Learn why agricultural appraisers must treat any new client request as a new assignment.
May 21, 2026
Factors Appraisers Consider When Valuing Agricultural Land in Iowa
From soil productivity and drainage to interest rates and tract size, discover the key factors Iowa farmland appraisers use to determine agricultural land value — and why no two farms are priced the same.
May 18, 2026
Wisconsin Farmland Values in 2026: What's Driving the Market
Wisconsin farmland values remain historically strong in 2026, supported by limited supply, equity-backed buyers, and demand for high-quality parcels. Peoples Company shares what landowners and buyers need to know.
May 18, 2026
Data Centers on Land: How Will Appraisers Adapt to AI?
AI is reshaping agricultural appraisal, from data centers converting farmland to AI tools transforming how appraisers work. Learn how credentialed appraisers stay essential in the age of artificial intelligence.
May 13, 2026
Land Auction Results | April 2026
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 54 tracts or 3,930 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during April 2026. The average dollar per acre was $13,179, the average dollar per tillable acre was $17,096, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $205.
April 23, 2026
Sales Comparison Approach to Farmland Appraisal: Why Market Evidence Matters
Learn how the sales comparison approach uses real market transactions, comparable sales, and adjustment factors to estimate farmland value in Iowa and the Midwest.
April 2, 2026
Iowa Land Values Update | 2026 Quarter 1
Peoples Company tracks agricultural auctions across the state of Iowa. From this data, we calculate the average dollar per CSR2 point ($/CSR2) for sales of tracts with greater than 85% tillable land. Additionally, these tracts are largely unimproved or include minimal improvement contribution.
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April 1, 2026
Land Auction Results | March 2026
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 104 tracts or 10,151 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during March 2026. The average dollar per acre was $10,368, the average dollar per tillable acre was $12,554, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $181.
March 24, 2026
The Two-Speed Farmland Market: Premium vs. Marginal Land Values Explained
Explore how Midwest farmland is shifting into a two-speed market, where premium land commands strong demand while marginal properties require more strategy. Learn how buyers, appraisers, and investors are evaluating land today.
March 16, 2026
Choosing the Right Auction Method for Land Sales
Learn how auction strategy affects land sale results. Peoples Company explains traditional, choice, absolute, sealed bid, online-only, and multi-parcel auction methods.
March 3, 2026
Land Auction Results | February 2026
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 87 tracts or 8,052 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during February 2026. The average dollar per acre was $11,740, the average dollar per tillable acre was $13,739, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $179.
March 2, 2026
The Cost Approach: What Investment Tells Us About Land Value
Learn how the cost approach helps determine farmland value by analyzing land improvements, replacement costs, and investment decisions. Understand when this valuation method matters most in agricultural appraisal.
February 26, 2026
Transitional Farmland: Investing in Land in the Path of Growth
Learn what transitional farmland is and why land near expanding cities can command premium value. Explore how growth trends, infrastructure, and development potential influence pricing beyond traditional agricultural factors.
February 18, 2026
Appraising Agricultural Land in Transitional Markets
Learn how agricultural land is appraised during transitional markets. See how appraisers interpret shifting sales data, income expectations, and investor behavior when pricing signals are less uniform.
February 10, 2026
Sale-Leasebacks: Unlocking Working Capital for Farm Operations
Learn how farmland sale-leasebacks can unlock working capital, improve liquidity, and support farm operations. Understand the benefits, trade-offs, and tax considerations before deciding if this strategy fits your operation.
February 6, 2026
Land Auction Results | January 2026
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 73 tracts or 7,066 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during January 2026. The average dollar per acre was $11,900, the average dollar per tillable acre was $15,626, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $195.
January 28, 2026
Common Myths About Farmland Value in Missouri
Learn the most common misconceptions about farmland value in Missouri. Understand how soils, location, improvements, rents, and market data truly influence value beyond simple price-per-acre rules.
January 20, 2026
Farmland Investing: A Stable Alternative to Volatile Tech Stocks
See why farmland offers long-term growth with limited downside. Learn how modern agricultural technology supports steady returns while avoiding the risks tied to high-volatility tech stocks.
January 15, 2026
Iowa Land Values Update | 2025 Quarter 4
Peoples Company tracks agricultural auctions across the state of Iowa. From this data, we calculate the average dollar per CSR2 point ($/CSR2) for sales of tracts with greater than 85% tillable land. Additionally, these tracts are largely unimproved or include minimal improvement contribution.
