Land Management Blogs

After three decades in professional farm management, discover why one experienced land manager chose to affiliate with Peoples Company — and what platform, technology, and nationwide reach really mean for landowners and investors.

Discover how Peoples Company uses targeted improvements and strategic management to drive long-term farmland appreciation. Real-world examples highlight how the right investments and partnerships can unlock a farm’s full potential.

Discover how agricultural drones are changing farm management, from crop monitoring and spray applications to thermal imaging and soil mapping. Learn what drones cost, how they're used, and how Peoples Company integrates them into land management.

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.

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.

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.

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.