Peoples Perspective

Land Investment Monthly - September 2023

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Photo Credit: Lindsey Pound   Sen. Booker Introduces Bill to Restrict Corporate Control of Farmland Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., has introduced legislation that would restrict corporate ownership and leasing of farmland in an effort to better protect family farmers and rural...

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Peoples Company Welcomes Doug Hodge To The Appraisal Team

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Hodge joins Peoples Company to provide leadership and mentoring to the appraisal team.   Peoples Company recently announced the hiring of Doug Hodge, ARA, MAI as the Director of Appraisal. Mr. Hodge, who has been involved in the valuation of agricultural assets since 1983, adds vast...

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Understanding the Doctrine of Merger

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The doctrine of merger is a common law concept that landowners and industry professionals should carefully pay attention to in all real estate transactions, especially farmland transactions. One concept of the doctrine of merger addresses the unity of ownership in connection with an easement....

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Weekly Auction Results: 8/20/23-8/26/23

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14 tracts with a total of 1,533.22-acres were offered at public auction in Iowa the week of August 20. The average dollar per CSR2 was $173, which is down 11% from the previous week, and down 4% from Q2’s average of $179. Iowa Results Tracts Sold: 14 Average $/Acre: $13,119 Average...

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High Heat and Crop Insurance – Claims Process

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Record-high temperatures continue this week across the Midwest and harvest is right around the corner for spring planted crops. This extreme heat has the potential to impact yields negatively in which a Notice of Loss needs to be filed. If you suspect damage has occurred and need to initiate a...

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Weekly Auction Results: 8/13/23-8/19/23

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Iowa saw 21 tracts with a total of 2,183 acres sell at public auction the week of August 13, 2023. The average dollar per CSR2 was $194, which is up 4% from the previous week, and up 8% from Q2’s average of $179. The $/CSR2 average for the year so far is $182, so Iowa’s average...

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Embracing the Future: Precision Farming in the Midwest and Corn Belt

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The Midwest and Corn Belt regions, steeped in agricultural tradition, are witnessing a transformation. Precision farming technologies are revolutionizing the way we cultivate our lands promising higher yields, improved efficiency, and enhanced sustainability. Let's explore how these...

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Weekly Auction Results: 8/6/23-8/12/23

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Iowa saw 22 tracts sell at public auction August 6-12, 2023, with 1,477 acres changing hands.  The average dollar per acre was $11,254 with an average $/CSR2 of $186 which is up 4% from the Q2 average. Iowa Results Tracts Sold: 22 Average $/Acre: $11,254 Average $/Tillable:...

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Farmland Ownership and Tenure Survey 1982-2022: A Forty-Year Perspective

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The recent Farmland Ownership and Tenure Survey 1982-2022: A Forty-Year Perspective survey was conducted by the Center for Agricultural and Rural Development (CARD) at Iowa State University. This study is conducted every five years on a state level and evaluates farmland ownership, tenancy, and...

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Introductions and Land Markets

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Greetings from Peoples Company Missouri and my first-ever blog article. My name is Boyd Harris, and I am the team leader and Senior Appraiser for Peoples Company in Missouri. One of my business groups, AgriLand Appraisal Group, became part of Peoples Company in March 2023. We are excited to be...

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