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July 2, 2026
Iowa Land Values Update | 2026 Quarter 2
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.
July 2, 2026
Land Auction Results | June 2026
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 72 tracts or 5,561 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during June 2026. The average dollar per acre was $11,502, the average dollar per tillable acre was $14,195, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $177.
July 1, 2026
Global Agriculture Lessons from a 2026 Nuffield Scholar
Emma Hamilton traveled six weeks across Japan, Vietnam, Kenya, the Netherlands, Spain, and Texas as a 2026 Nuffield Farming Scholar. Here's what she discovered.
June 28, 2026
Central Nebraska Irrigation District: Water, Power, and Agriculture
Learn how CNPPID supports irrigation, hydropower, groundwater recharge, and recreation across south-central Nebraska and what it means for landowners.
June 24, 2026
Hidden Costs in Land Ownership: What Buyers Need to Know
From down payments to ongoing taxes and maintenance, land ownership carries costs well beyond the price per acre. Peoples Company breaks down what buyers should budget for.
June 23, 2026
Growing Together: Eric Sarff
When Peoples Company acquired Murray Wise Associates in late 2025, Eric Sarff brought deep Corn Belt expertise with him. In this Growing Together profile, he shares what drove the merger, how the volume and scope of work have expanded, and why Peoples Company stands apart in agricultural real estate.
June 22, 2026
Battery Energy Storage: Opportunities for Landowners
Battery storage offers farmland owners long-term income with a small footprint. Learn what landowners need to know about BESS development opportunities.
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.
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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.
June 3, 2026
How DoD Changes Are Affecting Wind Energy Project Timelines
Recent Department of Defense review changes are delaying wind energy project approvals. Learn how these shifts affect timelines and what landowners need to consider.
June 1, 2026
Land Auction Results | May 2026
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 22 tracts or 1,860 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during May 2026. The average dollar per acre was $11,335, the average dollar per tillable acre was $12,135, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $159.
May 21, 2026
Prevented Planting and Final Plant Dates for Corn and Soybeans
When spring weather tightens planting windows, understanding final planting dates and prevented planting coverage can make the difference between protecting your bottom line and taking on unnecessary risk.
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 19, 2026
Growing Together: Lindsey Brown, Land Agent
Lindsey Brown shares how decades in ag banking led him to a land real estate career — and why joining Peoples Company's collaborative national platform changed everything.
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.
May 13, 2026
Iowa Farm Manager Earns Highest Professional Status
Nate Downey, AFM, Peoples Company, Cumming, IA, has been awarded the Accredited Farm Manager (AFM) designation from the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers® (ASFMRA).
May 5, 2026
Advantages and Disadvantages of No-Till Farming Practices
Explore the key advantages and disadvantages of no-till farming, including soil health benefits, cost savings, weed control challenges, and equipment considerations for producers.
April 27, 2026
How Peoples Company Land Management Creates Opportunity for Landowners
Peoples Company Land Management helps landowners maximize productive acres, repurpose marginal land, and access conservation programs like the IDALS Streamside Buffer Initiative.
