Land Sales Bulletin

10/14/2026

October farmland sales across Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting states show another month of strong regional activity. Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio and South Dakota all posted solid finalized results, with neighboring Missouri also contributing to the month’s momentum.
Highlights
• Illinois: Up to $19,250/acre
• Indiana: $18,478/acre average
• Iowa: 482 acres at $12,033/acre
• Ohio: 1,341 acres at $8,501/acre
• South Dakota: $10,400/acre
• Missouri: $6,040/acre

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Landwatch Recent Farmland Sales

10/13/2026

Indiana farmland values are holding steady after several years of big swings. The newest Purdue Farmland Values and Cash Rents Survey shows statewide prices moderating, with average-quality ground down slightly and top and poor-quality acres largely unchanged. Development pressure from housing, renewable energy and data centers is creating pockets of higher volatility across the state.
Highlights
• 2026 values dipped after prior-year leaps
• Average-quality farmland now $12,121 per acre
• Development demand driving localized spikes
• Crop price gains supporting expectations for 2027

Land Sales Bulletin will continue tracking these trends across our Midwest reporting states, including Indiana.
Author: Allison Lynch
Source: Farm Progress Full report:

Indiana land values steadily climbed in the early 2020s, but they have started falling in 2026. One expert says that trend may persist for a couple years.

10/12/2026

Nebraska, one of Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting states, has nearly 7,500 acres heading to auction this October. Successful Farming highlights major offerings across Cheyenne, Garden, Holt and Saline Counties, with a strong mix of cropland, pasture and hay meadow available.
Highlights:
• Seven tracts totaling 2,244 acres in Cheyenne and Garden Counties.
• Four tracts totaling 1,830.1 acres in Holt County.
• Three tracts totaling 515.82 acres in Saline County.
• 21 farmland sales scheduled statewide.
Nebraska’s land market remains steady as producers and investors look for quality acres heading into 2027.
Author: Amanda Miller
Full article: https://conta.cc/4eqeeGk

10/12/2026

National Farmer's Day
Look across the plains of our Midwest states this time of year, and you’ll see it in action: combines rolling from dawn 'til dusk, gathering the bounty of the harvest. This October 12th, join us in celebrating the incredible people behind that bounty on National Farmer's Day. It's a day to give a much-deserved salute to the men, women, and families who are the backbone of our nation and the stewards of our land. We’re especially grateful and thankful for our farmer and owner, Evan Lemenager!

Long before a single seed is planted, a farmer’s work sets a powerful economic engine in motion. Their efforts create a mighty ripple effect that supports countless industries. Set perfectly in the midst of harvest season, this is our chance to recognize the relentless hard work that puts food on our tables and keeps our country running.

10/08/2026

Strong July farmland sales across Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois underscore continued demand in Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting region. Successful Farming’s coverage shows competitive bidding and solid values across multiple tracts.
Highlights:
• Wisconsin: ~800 acres averaged $8,303 per acre, with a standout $13,000 per acre parcel.
• Iowa: 775 acres sold between $9,500 and $11,050 per acre.
• Illinois: Sangamon County tracts ranged from $16,000 to $8,300 per acre depending on tillable acres and CREP enrollment.

Midwest farmland continues to demonstrate resilience and strong buyer interest. Report by Dave Price, Successful Farming: https://conta.cc/3VUR4l6

10/05/2026

Successful Farming reports that nearly 2,900 acres of Indiana farmland will be auctioned across 22 counties this October. From Wayne County’s CRP-enrolled tracts to Benton County’s high-quality tillable acres and Knox County’s Wabash River frontage, buyers across Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting state of Indiana will find a wide mix of offerings this fall.

Highlights
• 2,900 acres selling statewide
• Multi-tract farms with cropland, timber, and recreational land
• Stable Indiana land values supported by stronger corn and soybean prices

Read the full Successful Farming report by Amanda Miller: https://conta.cc/4hrSoV4

09/30/2026

Our September Newsletter is live.
This month’s issue covers standout Midwest land sales, shifting credit conditions, and early signs of market moderation across our key reporting states.
Inside the newsletter:
• Strong auction results in IL, IA, MN
• 11,000+ acres heading to auction in ND
• 1,600+ acres offered in NE
• Credit pressure as farmland values flatten
• Regional sales trends across IL, IA, KS, MN
• And a special thank you to the Realtors Land Institute’s Upper Midwest Chapter

📬 Read our full September Newsletter: https://conta.cc/4hW3qly

Find these articles and more are on our News & Events page!

09/30/2026

Land Sales Bulletin was honored to support our RLI Upper Midwest Chapter's Annual Conference in Red Wing MN on September 27 & 28!

To all its members, thank you for allowing us to join you for such a meaningful and impactful event!

To our follow sponsors, Compeer Financial, Discipline Advisors, National Land Realty, Hertz Ag - so proud to join you in supporting this invaluable education and event!

To all of those pursuing and holding the ALC designation AND all the individuals who continue to advance excellence in land real estate, thank you for shaping our Midwest region's future!

09/29/2026

Recent Midwest Farmland Sales

Land Sales Bulletin continues its Midwest reporting with new sale activity across Iowa and Minnesota, plus neighboring Kansas and Missouri as featured in DTN Progressive Farmer’s Landwatch Weekly.
Highlights:
• Iowa: 564 acre sale averaging $18,538 per acre with strong cropland and CRP tracts.
• Minnesota: 831 acre sale averaging $8,964 per acre across seven cropland tracts.
• Kansas: 283 acre sale averaging $4,000 per acre across cropland and hay land.
• Missouri: 274 acre sale averaging $11,375 per acre across mixed use parcels.

Source: DTN Progressive Farmer Full article:

Recent Sales Results From O'Brien County, Iowa; Bourbon County, Kansas; Otter Tail and Grant Counties, Minnesota; and Boone County, Missouri

09/25/2026

Recent Midwest Farmland Sales
Land Sales Bulletin continues its Midwest reporting with new sale activity across Illinois, Iowa and Minnesota, plus neighboring Kansas, as featured in DTN Progressive Farmer’s Landwatch Weekly.
Highlights:
• Illinois: 154 acre sale averaging $6,217 per acre across cropland and recreational tracts.
• Iowa: 160 acre sale averaging $9,200 per acre with strong corn and soybean PLC yields.
• Kansas: 319 acre sale averaging $4,676 per acre across cropland and CRP parcels.
• Minnesota: 155 acre sale averaging $5,525 per acre across cropland and CRP ground.

Source: DTN Progressive Farmer Full article:

Recent Sales Results From Marion County, Illinois; Wright County, Iowa; Marion County, Kansas; and Pope County, Minnesota