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June 2, 2025
Land Auction Results | May 2025
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 28 tracts or 2,007 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during May 2025. The average dollar per acre was $9,289, the average dollar per tillable acre was $11,895, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $160.
May 28, 2025
How Peoples Company Maximized Soil Health & Profits with Prescription Tillage
Terraform Tillage is an agricultural technology company specializing in precision soil compaction analysis. Our innovative SmartProbe System helps farmers and land managers pinpoint exactly where—and how deeply—soil compaction exists, helping them make informed decisions about tillage that enhance productivity and sustainability.
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 20, 2025
Natural Gas Prices in the U.S.: What’s Fueling the Strength in 2025?
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.
May 16, 2025
How Columbia Basin Farmers Saved 17 Billion Gallons of Water Through AgTech Innovation
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.
May 9, 2025
2025 Delta Agricultural Outlook: Insights for Landowners
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.
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.
May 1, 2025
Louisiana’s Specialty Crops: Beyond Cotton & Corn
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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April 24, 2025
Michigan’s Agricultural Diversity
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.
April 18, 2025
Peoples Company Launches Corporate Services Division
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.
April 16, 2025
Positioning Your Farm to “Yield” the Best Results
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.
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 4, 2025
How Government Policies May Impact Midwest Farmland Values
Midwest farmland values have long been a barometer of agricultural health, yet they are traditionally insulated from significant fluctuation caused by government policies or shifts in the general economy. As we move into 2025, many people believe that two government policies—tariffs and the recently enacted American Relief Act—are poised to influence these values in the near term. Here’s a quick look at how they might play out.
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 31, 2025
Big Power, Small Package: The Future of Nuclear Energy
Imagine holding a small, black pebble in your hand—about the size of a golf ball. Thanks to Kairos Power, I recently had the opportunity to do just that at the ROSA Energy conference. It doesn’t look like much, but this tiny nuclear fuel pebble contains as much energy as 4 tons of coal. That’s the kind of energy density nuclear power brings to the table.
