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April 1, 2026
Why Cotton and Rice Get Larger Farm Safety Net Payments Than Corn and Soybeans
Learn why cotton and rice receive larger PLC and farm assistance payments than corn and soybeans — and what that means for Delta landowners, investors, and lease structures.
March 24, 2026
The Two-Speed Farmland Market: Premium vs. Marginal Land Values Explained
Explore how Midwest farmland is shifting into a two-speed market, where premium land commands strong demand while marginal properties require more strategy. Learn how buyers, appraisers, and investors are evaluating land today.
March 23, 2026
Ray Brownfield Recognized for 60 Years of ASFMRA Membership
Peoples Company recognizes Ray Brownfield for 60 years of membership with ASFMRA, honoring his long career in farm management, rural appraisal, and agricultural leadership.
March 20, 2026
Energy Market Update: Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Instability
Oil and gas prices are rising as geopolitical tensions disrupt supply chains and shipping routes. Learn what’s driving volatility, including Strait of Hormuz risks, production cuts, and global market reactions.
March 18, 2026
Peoples Company Receives Top Land Auction Honors at REALTORS® Land Institute APEX Awards Program
Peoples Company, a national leader in land brokerage, agricultural appraisal, land and energy management, crop insurance, and capital markets, received top land auction honors at the REALTORS® Land Institute’s APEX Awards ceremony in San Antonio, Texas, on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
March 16, 2026
Choosing the Right Auction Method for Land Sales
Learn how auction strategy affects land sale results. Peoples Company explains traditional, choice, absolute, sealed bid, online-only, and multi-parcel auction methods.
March 10, 2026
Growing Together: Adam Crist, Senior Land Agent
Part of the Growing Together series, this profile highlights Adam Crist’s path to Peoples Company, his background in farming and sales, and how the firm’s culture, resources, and platform have shaped his growth as a land professional.
March 6, 2026
Spring 2026 Crop Insurance Deadlines & Planting Dates in Iowa
Review the 2026 Iowa crop insurance deadlines, including sales closing date, planting windows, acreage reporting, and premium billing. Stay aligned with key dates to protect farm revenue and land value.
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March 5, 2026
WEBINAR | The Power of Energy Management: Unleashing Potential (March 2026)
Peoples Company Energy Management hosted a webinar on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Jake Costanzo, Peoples Company Energy Analyst, was joined by special guests Jack Bradley (Capstone Partners), Jeremy White (Central Surplus, LLC), and Reid Loftsgard (Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP) to discuss Wind Turbine Decommissioning: What Happens When Wind Turbines Reach the End of Their Life?
March 3, 2026
Land Auction Results | February 2026
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 87 tracts or 8,052 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during February 2026. The average dollar per acre was $11,740, the average dollar per tillable acre was $13,739, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $179.
March 2, 2026
Interconnection Queue Explained: What Renewable Energy Landowners Need to Know
Learn how the interconnection queue affects solar, wind, and battery leases. Understand grid studies, upgrade costs, timelines, and the risks that determine whether your renewable energy project reaches construction.
March 2, 2026
The Cost Approach: What Investment Tells Us About Land Value
Learn how the cost approach helps determine farmland value by analyzing land improvements, replacement costs, and investment decisions. Understand when this valuation method matters most in agricultural appraisal.
February 26, 2026
Transitional Farmland: Investing in Land in the Path of Growth
Learn what transitional farmland is and why land near expanding cities can command premium value. Explore how growth trends, infrastructure, and development potential influence pricing beyond traditional agricultural factors.
February 23, 2026
Pattern Tile Drainage in Illinois: Benefits, Costs, and Long-Term Value
Learn how pattern tile drainage improves Illinois farmland by enhancing drainage, stabilizing yields, and supporting timely planting. Explore benefits for corn and soybeans and understand long-term investment value.
February 18, 2026
Appraising Agricultural Land in Transitional Markets
Learn how agricultural land is appraised during transitional markets. See how appraisers interpret shifting sales data, income expectations, and investor behavior when pricing signals are less uniform.
February 16, 2026
Growing Together: Ray Brownfield, Designated Managing Broker
Stories about the people and companies that have joined Peoples Company.
February 10, 2026
Sale-Leasebacks: Unlocking Working Capital for Farm Operations
Learn how farmland sale-leasebacks can unlock working capital, improve liquidity, and support farm operations. Understand the benefits, trade-offs, and tax considerations before deciding if this strategy fits your operation.
February 6, 2026
Land Auction Results | January 2026
The appraisal team at Peoples Company was able to track 73 tracts or 7,066 acres sold at public auction in Iowa during January 2026. The average dollar per acre was $11,900, the average dollar per tillable acre was $15,626, and the average dollar per CSR2 was $195.
February 5, 2026
Jim Goss Named 2025 Illinois Agribusiness Professional of the Year
The award recognizes leaders who have transformed Central Illinois agriculture through visionary thinking, strategic innovation, and genuine mentorship.
February 4, 2026
Benefits of Hiring a Professional Land Manager
Learn how a professional land manager improves stewardship, efficiency, and financial performance. See how expert oversight protects farmland value, supports farmers, and delivers long-term peace of mind.
