Agricultural Appraisal
Peoples Company’s highly-qualified, certified appraisers have expertise in sales and transfers of real estate, mortgage financing, investment analysis, internal asset valuation, divorce settlement, estate planning, acquisition and condemnation, litigation, and property tax appeals.
The team specializes in conducting valuations on agricultural and recreational land, agribusiness properties, and commercial-agricultural properties. Between the states in which the team holds Certified General Appraiser licenses and the temporary licensing privileges of others, Peoples Company can extend its experience and high-quality service nearly anywhere in the country.
The appraisal team tracks active listings and auctions, pending sales, and sold properties throughout the major agricultural markets across the country. From this database, the team generates reports for inventory of farms for sale, inventory of investment-grade farms, upcoming land auctions, auction results, and a breakdown of land value trends.
Accurate Property Valuations
Peoples Company employs a network of real estate appraisal professionals and consultants who are licensed in all the major agricultural markets to provide the most accurate property valuations available. Our dedicated team of appraisers uses the most up-to-date technology available as well as a comprehensive and proprietary real estate sales database to arm themselves with the latest market trends and intel.
Ag Valuation Experts
Peoples Company's dedicated team of appraisal professionals and consultants have the skills, experience, and resources to provide the most accurate property valuation.
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Ag Market Analysis

Michigan 2025 Q2
This report provides a comprehensive overview of Michigan's agricultural sector, focusing on recent trends in land value, cash rent rates, and crop production across diverse agricultural regions. This report, backed by data from USDA and Michigan State University, highlights the resilience of Michigan's farmland market amidst inflation, rising interest rates, and fluctuating commodity prices.

Iowa 2025 Q1
This comprehensive report provides an in-depth overview of current land values, cash rents, and macroeconomic factors shaping the agricultural landscape. Drawing on data from USDA, Iowa State, and internal auction tracking, the report highlights continued strength in farmland values alongside emerging headwinds from falling commodity prices and rising interest rates. This quarterly snapshot provides critical insights for landowners, investors, and ag professionals navigating today’s evolving market.

Missouri Fall 2024
This report provides an in-depth look at Missouri's agricultural land market, covering demographics, geography, and recent land value trends. Compiled by the Peoples Company's appraisal team, the report utilizes data from the Federal Reserve, USDA, and the University of Missouri to highlight influences on land value, cash rents, and the impact of factors like urban sprawl and interest rates on the farmland market.

Types Of Appraisals
Trust the Peoples Company team for a wide range of land valuation needs, including:
• Single Asset Appraisals
• Portfolio Appraisals, Including Annual Updates
• Appraisal Review
• Appraisal Process Management
• Statewide Market Analyses
• Expert Witness Testimony
• Partial Interest Valuation
• Consulting Services
• Restricted Appraisal Report
• Area-Wide Market Analysis
• Economic Consulting
• NCREIF Valuations
Property Types Appraised
Peoples Company’s appraisal team has extensive experience and continues to expand its scope of property types appraised across the country.
• Agricultural Land
• Recreational Land
• Transitional/Development Land
• Grain Storage Facilities
• Cattle Facilities, Feed Yards, and Recreational Ranches
• Easements
• Conservation and Preservation Easements (CRP/WRP)
• Federal and State Land Acquisitions and Dispositions
• Eminent Domain Condemnation Properties
• Other Agribusiness and Commercial-Agricultural Properties
• Dairies and Cattle Facilities
• Swine Facilities
• Poultry Facilities
• Equestrian Facilities
• Seed Treatment Facilities
• Nut and Fruit Orchards
• Greenhouses and Nurseries
• Irrigated and Dryland Farms
• Citrus and Avocado Groves
• Vineyards and Wineries
• Storage, Cooling, and Packing Facilities
• Processing and Treatment Facilities

Licensed Appraisers
District of Columbia Licenses
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Texas Licenses
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New Mexico Licenses
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Idaho Licenses
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Tennessee Licenses
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California Licenses
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Illinois Licenses
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Wisconsin Licenses
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Missouri Licenses
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Ohio Licenses
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Alaska Licenses
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Massachusetts Licenses
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Maine Licenses
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Blue states indicate where Peoples Company maintains active appraisal licenses.
Gray states represent areas where we are eligible to obtain temporary licensure to meet your appraisal needs.
Professional Affiliations
Peoples Company appraisers are proud members of industry-leading organizations that uphold the highest standards in ethics, education, and expertise.
American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA)
Our team includes Accredited Rural Appraisers (ARA) and members actively involved in ASFMRA, an organization dedicated to advancing the appraisal profession in agriculture and rural property.
Appraisal Institute (AI)
Several of our appraisers are members of the Appraisal Institute, a global association known for rigorous professional standards and advanced valuation credentials such as the MAI and AI-GRS.

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