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Landowner Insights | May 2025

 May 21, 2025
 Land Values   Industry Insights 

In the May edition of the Landowner Insights webinar, Dr. Dave Muth will be joined by a surprise guest speaker from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. You don't want to miss this must-see session!

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Natural Gas Prices in the U.S.: What’s Fueling the Strength in 2025?

 May 20, 2025
 Energy Management 

Natural gas prices in the U.S. started 2025 with unexpected strength, surprising analysts who had predicted a weaker market due to soft industrial demand and high storage levels.

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How Columbia Basin Farmers Saved 17 Billion Gallons of Water Through AgTech Innovation

 May 16, 2025
 Land Management 

Farmers and communities east of Moses Lake and north of Warden, in Washington State’s Grant and Adams counties, are on the verge of a significant shift in how they access and use water.

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2025 Delta Agricultural Outlook: Insights for Landowners

 May 9, 2025
 Land Management   Agriculture 

The 2025 farming season in the Delta region is proving to be one of the most difficult in recent years - and that is saying something. Landowners across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas are watching their tenants shift crop strategies, struggle with flood damage, and continue to tighten their belts as economic conditions remain strained.

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Land Auction Results | April 2025

 May 7, 2025
 Land Auctions   Land Values   Industry Insights 

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.

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Louisiana’s Specialty Crops: Beyond Cotton & Corn

 May 1, 2025
 Real Estate   Land Values 

Explore Louisiana’s high-value specialty crops—from sweet potatoes to crawfish—and how they offer farmers and investors fresh opportunities beyond row crops.

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Michigan’s Agricultural Diversity

 April 24, 2025
 Agriculture 

Michigan stands as one of the most agriculturally diverse states in the U.S., producing over 300 different commodities. This diversity is second only to California, thanks to Michigan’s unique combination of fertile soil, ample rainfall, and varied microclimates.

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Peoples Company Launches Pioneering Corporate Services Division

 April 18, 2025
 News & Events 

Leveraging its scale, expertise, and global reach, Peoples Company will consult for large organizations with diverse agriculture holdings to maximize the value of their assets.

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Positioning Your Farm to “Yield” the Best Results

 April 16, 2025
 Land Management 

Learn how to position your farmland for maximum profitability and long-term value. In this comprehensive guide, George Baird, AFM, AAC with Peoples Company Land Management, shares expert insights on assessing land potential, leveraging USDA programs, negotiating effective leases, and staying informed on ag economics. Discover tools like FarmWorth, custom mapping solutions, and farmland assessments to help landowners make confident, data-driven decisions.

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The Crucial Role of an Appraisal in Estate Planning and Management

 April 14, 2025
 Real Estate   Industry Insights   Land Values 

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.

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