Land Management Blogs

The award recognizes leaders who have transformed Central Illinois agriculture through visionary thinking, strategic innovation, and genuine mentorship.

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.

Peoples Company is proud to share that Mollie Aronowitz, AFM, has been named the 2025 Farm Manager of the Year by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA).

Explore how farmland appraisers determine value. Learn each step—from engagement and research to inspection and valuation methods—to understand what drives a credible farmland appraisal.

The Land Management team is excited to share this inspiring story written by our valued tenants, Jackson and Amanda Drost, about their child’s popcorn business that has grown into a thriving family endeavor.

See how farm managers use data, technology, and collaboration to plan the 2026 crop season months in advance, turning today’s insights into tomorrow’s success.

Discover the true potential of your farmland with a free assessment from Peoples Company. Get expert insights on soil, topography, market values, and more—plus a complimentary 30-minute consultation.

Historically, a traditional handshake agreement would have leased a farm for the coming year. But as more acres are leased, and landowners move further from the farm - both physically and generationally - the need for written agreements has grown. Today’s effective farm management depends not just on strong leases, but on strong relationships. And those relationships are built through clear, consistent, and proactive communication.

Learn how conservation easements work, their tax benefits, key USDA programs, and how they impact agricultural property valuations in transitional markets.

Peoples Company Land Management hosted a webinar on Thursday, September 4, 2025, covering topics such as insights on global events and market trends, crop insurance and policy updates for 2026, and seed genetics.