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October 24, 2024
Flex Leases for Farmland: Taking the Guesswork Out of Farmland Leasing
Leasing farmland is easy, but it’s not simple. Unlike commercial or residential real estate, farmland is renowned for its nearly 100% occupancy rate. If a farmer retires, there is often a line of people eager to assume the farm lease on that property. Finding someone to farm your land – that’s the easy part.
October 22, 2024
Peoples Company Announces Expansion of Farm Management in Nebraska with Partnership with Lallman, Paulson & Brettmann, Inc.
Peoples Company, a recognized leader in integrated land management, brokerage, appraisal, and energy solutions with offices across the nation, today announced a new partnership with Fremont, Neb.,-based farm management, appraisal and brokerage Lallman, Paulson & Brettmann, Inc. The firm's partners, Scott Brettmann and Shae Smith, will begin utilizing Peoples Company's industry-leading farm management technology and platform to increase opportunities for their clients to maximize yields.
October 10, 2024
Investing in Recreational Land: A Guide to Smart Land Purchases
Are you considering investing in land for recreational purposes? Whether you're dreaming of a secluded hunting retreat, a serene fishing spot, or simply a piece of nature to call your own, purchasing recreational land can be a rewarding investment.
October 7, 2024
The Benefits of Using a 1031 Exchange to Invest in Mineral Rights
For savvy investors seeking to diversify their portfolios and defer capital gains taxes, the IRS 1031 exchange provides an excellent opportunity. For qualified transactions, one of the lesser-known yet advantageous investment options for a 1031 exchange is mineral rights. Here’s why more investors are turning their attention underground, quite literally, by exchanging them for minerals.
October 2, 2024
Iowa Land Values Update | 2024 Quarter 3
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.
October 2, 2024
Land Auction Results | September 2024
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 93 tracts or 7,374 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during September 2024. The average dollar per acre was $13,428, the average dollar per tillable acre was $13,481, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $170.
September 30, 2024
Digitization in the Farmland Transaction and Asset Management Business
The business of farmland transactions and asset management is digitizing quickly. Twenty years ago, a farmland professional needed to take a trip to the local USDA NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) office to get a soil map for a farmland asset. The NRCS staff would use the USDA farm and tract number to find the asset in a binder, pull the page(s) with the map, and run the pages through the copying machine to produce hard copies of the map.
September 26, 2024
Alligator Hunting in Louisiana
Alligator hunting in Louisiana is deeply rooted in the culture, history, and ecology of the state. Louisiana’s winding bayous/rivers, sprawling marshlands, and expansive timber tracts offer the largest selection of hunting experiences in the United States, drawing hunters from around the world who seek the adventure of hunting numerous different animals and species. Alligator hunting is probably the most unique and thrilling hunting experience offered in the boot state.
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September 25, 2024
The Power of Networking
Go, Dog. Go! This classic children’s book written by P.D. Eastman was my daughter’s favorite book. She loved the pictures of colorful dogs franticly racing from one place to another, seemingly without any purpose. Some days a career in rural appraisal can feel very similar. Running from property inspections, market research, meetings, classes, verifying sales, and writing appraisal reports, can make it feel like we are running in circles.
September 24, 2024
Maximizing Value: Essential Farm Leasing Tips for Landowners
A well-drafted farm lease is more than just a document outlining acres and rental rates—it establishes the foundation for a strong, long-term relationship between the landowner and the farm operator. Early fall is the ideal time for landowners and tenant operators to begin discussing lease options for the coming year. Starting these conversations early allows ample time for goal-setting and financial planning to ensure everyone is fully prepared when spring rolls around.
September 24, 2024
Landowner Insights Webinar | September 2024
For our next webinar in the Landowner Insights series, Dave Chatterton of Strategic Farm Marketing joins Dr. Dave Muth to discuss crop insurance and how it impacts farmland values and returns.
September 9, 2024
Harnessing Multiple Revenue Streams: The Future of Land Investment
In an era where sustainability and profitability intertwine, land investment has evolved beyond conventional real estate ventures. Modern investors seek opportunities that not only promise financial gains but also contribute positively to the environment and communities.
September 6, 2024
Battery Energy Storage Systems: Paving the Way for a Sustainable Energy Future
Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are revolutionizing the way we generate, store, and use energy. As the world shifts towards renewable energy sources, these systems are becoming a critical component in ensuring a stable and reliable energy supply. BESS not only help manage the variability of renewable energy but also play a vital role in creating a resilient and efficient power grid.
September 3, 2024
Land Auction Results | August 2024
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 52 tracts or 5,039 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during August 2024. The average dollar per acre was $13,134, the average dollar per tillable acre was $14,862, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $181.
August 23, 2024
Exploring Hidden Opportunities in Farmland Investments
When we think of investment vehicles, our minds often drift to stocks, bonds, or commercial and residential real estate. But there’s an investment class that doesn’t always get the spotlight it deserves: farmland. Beyond its basic value as a commodity, farmland offers a range of unique benefits and hidden opportunities that set it apart from more traditional investments. Here’s why farmland is worthy of consideration for your diversified portfolio.
August 20, 2024
Crop Insurance as a Risk Management Tool in Farm Leases
Direct operation, custom farming, and crop share leases offer landowners the opportunity to market their assigned portion of the crop. Ideally, crops are sold at a price that covers the production costs and generates a desired profit, and executing a plan that does both is where the risk comes in.
August 14, 2024
Building Your Portfolio, Building Your Network
In the world of farmland, networking and building a robust portfolio are essential components of success. Whether you're an aspiring farmland investor, a seasoned agricultural professional, or a landowner looking to buy/sell, establishing strong relationships and cultivating a diverse portfolio can open doors to new opportunities and maximize your potential for success. Here are a few strategies for effective networking and portfolio building as it relates to the farmland sector.
August 7, 2024
Drilling Sideways: The High-Tech Magic of Horizontal Oil Wells
Horizontal drilling technology has revolutionized the oil and gas industry, unlocking previously inaccessible reserves and dramatically increasing production efficiency. This advanced method involves drilling vertically to a predetermined depth and then gradually curving the wellbore to extend horizontally through the targeted oil or gas reservoir. The process, although complex, offers numerous advantages over traditional vertical drilling, making it a cornerstone of modern petroleum extraction.
August 5, 2024
Land Auction Results | July 2024
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 35 tracts or 2,754 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during July 2024. The average dollar per acre was $10,669, the average dollar per tillable acre was $13,495, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $178.
July 30, 2024
Peoples Company Receives Campaign of the Year Award at NAA Marketing Competition
For the fifth time, Peoples Company has won the coveted Campaign of the Year Award from the NAA Marketing Competition, presented by Blue River Digital. The award was given for Peoples Company's work on the C&W Farm Auction, a portfolio comprised of 6,693 acres m/l in Wichita County, Kansas
