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Creating Value For Landowners

We are the national leader in agriculture real estate services, pairing experience with data driven decision making to deliver value to landowners. From family operations to institutional investors, across every sector and region, we provide tailored solutions that unlock potential and create lasting success.

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Rooted In Tradition. Growing For The Future.

Peoples Company’s platform builds on over 50 years of facilitating land transactions and managing farmland. Originating in the 1960s from Peoples Trust and Savings Bank in Indianola, Iowa, Peoples Company is now a full-service, national farmland firm.

Serving Our National Footprint with Local Expertise

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TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGE
Leverage proprietary land data and tech-enabled tools to power informed decisions.
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INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP
Gain insights from industry thought leaders who anticipate trends and opportunities.
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PROVEN HISTORY
Benefit from an extensive track record of completing land transactions, delivering management services, and building industry connections.
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NATIONAL REACH, LOCAL EXPERTISE
Work with dedicated land professionals who deliver solutions tailored to your property and goals.
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Land Investment Expo

The Land Expo is one of the nation’s premier agricultural conferences, bringing together industry leaders, investors, and stakeholders to explore the most vital issues shaping land and agriculture.

With unmatched networking, expert insights, and a reputation for excellence, the Expo continues to grow as the must-attend event for the land industry.  

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Peoples Perspective Blog

Valuing Improved Rural Sites: Understanding Appraisal Realities and Market Considerations

 October 16, 2025  Land Values

Discover how rural building sites are valued, why specialized improvements may not add worth, and how appraisals determine the highest and best use.

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Peoples Company and Valor Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver End-to-End Energy and Land Management Solutions

 October 15, 2025  Energy Management

Peoples Company and Valor form a partnership to offer unified, tech-enabled land and energy management solutions for landowners and institutions.

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From Data to Decisions: Planning the 2026 Crop Season Starts Now

 October 13, 2025  Land Management

See how farm managers use data, technology, and collaboration to plan the 2026 crop season months in advance, turning today’s insights into tomorrow’s success.

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Iowa Land Values Update | 2025 Quarter 3

 October 9, 2025  Land Auctions

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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Industry Research

International Farmland Markets

The International Ag Alliance’s new white paper, “International Farmland Markets,” explores farmland as a strategic global asset class, offering in-depth analysis of eight major markets: the United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Poland, Romania, Australia, New Zealand, and Paraguay. It examines ownership structures, value trends, and regulatory landscapes while highlighting key opportunities and risks shaping the future of global agricultural investment.

A New Era of Capital in Farmland: From Opportunistic to Long-Duration Investors

Farmland investment is shifting from short-term, appreciation-focused strategies to long-term capital focused on income stability and wealth preservation. Rising interest rates and market volatility are driving institutional investors toward farmland for its inflation protection and consistent returns. This marks a maturation of the asset class, emphasizing stewardship and long-term value.

Perspective on the ‘Natural Capital’ Opportunity in Farmland

This white paper highlights how farmland investors can unlock new revenue through natural capital strategies like renewable energy, carbon markets, and conservation programs. It emphasizes that realizing these opportunities requires specialized expertise and tailored asset management beyond traditional investment approaches.

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