Colin Ortmeier / Farm & Rec Real Estate

10/19/2026

Fun time of year sitting close to cover during an October cold front. Whats your guesses on age?

10/17/2026

‼️ SOLD ‼️

Cass County / Lincoln Township / Section 28

Located just south of Anita in Lincoln Township, this farm featured 106± FSA cropland acres with an average 64.9 CSR2, offering a strong farming footprint in an established agricultural area. This 120± acre farm generated strong buyer interest and sold in less than 24 hours.

📲 Don’t miss the next one!

Colin Ortmeier | 515.758.9860
Farm & Rec Real Estate
Licensed in IA, MO & NE

10/15/2026

Overpricing Your Land Could Cost You More in the Long Run

One thing I always try to be upfront with landowners about is the importance of pricing their property correctly from the start.

Overpricing a farm can have a significant impact on the sale. When a property sits on the market too long, it can lose buyer interest and momentum, often leading to price reductions and potentially a lower sale price than if it had been priced correctly from day one.

It's not always in your best interest to go with the Realtor who tells you your farm is worth the most. While everyone wants to get top dollar for their property, an asking price needs to be supported by the market.

Especially in today's market conditions, having good comparable sales, understanding local buyer demand, and developing a realistic pricing strategy are more important than ever.

My goal isn't just to put a high price on your farm and hope someone pays it. It's to create an effective sale that attracts qualified buyers, generates strong interest, and ultimately puts the most money in your pocket.

The highest asking price doesn't always lead to the highest selling price.

If you're considering selling land, I'd be happy to visit with you and provide an honest evaluation of what your property could bring in today's market.

📱 515.758.9860
Farm & Rec Real Estate
Licensed in IA & NE

10/14/2026

New Listing!
144± Acres — Wayne County, Iowa. 🌾🐂

Located just northwest of Humeston, Iowa, this 144± acre farm offers an excellent opportunity for cattle producers looking to expand their operation, with additional potential for row crop production and recreational use.

The property is primarily utilized as pasture, featuring established fencing for rotational grazing and multiple water sources, including the Chariton River and a ½-acre pond.

Approximately 50± acres on the east side of the farm offer potential for row crop production, with an average CSR2 of 54. The property also provides whitetail hunting opportunities, adding to its overall appeal.

Productive pasture. Abundant water. Tillable potential. Recreation. A versatile Southern Iowa farm with plenty to offer.

🔗 https://www.farmandrec.com/listing/3520

For more information or to schedule your private showing, contact Glen Salow at (515) 494-5560 or Colin Ortmeier (515) 758-9860.

Farm & Rec Real Estate
Licensed in IA, MO & NE

10/13/2026

Hard to believe we’re coming up on another year. Check out a few things landowners should consider before 2027.

10/13/2026

Cold front on the horizon and I can’t wait to sit this new kill plot.

10/01/2026

Warren County / Jackson Township / Sections 22 & 27

75± acres in Warren County, Iowa. Timber, tillable ground, wildlife, and premier building potential — all just south of St. Marys and within an easy commute of the Des Moines metro.

The property includes approximately 19± FSA tillable acres with an average CSR2 of 61.3, providing productive farmland and potential annual income. The balance features scenic rolling terrain and mature hardwood timber, including walnut and scattered cedars.

Multiple potential building sites offer impressive countryside views, while rural water, electricity, and fiber are available at the road. The property also offers excellent recreational opportunities with mature timber, agricultural ground, surrounding habitat, and several potential pond locations supporting whitetail deer, wild turkey, and other wildlife.

Conveniently located along paved Highway H45, this property offers the privacy of country living with easy access to the Des Moines metro. Whether you're looking for a country homesite, recreational property, land investment, or all three, this 75± acre offering is worth a look.

🔗 https://www.farmandrec.com/listing/3444

Contact for more info:

Glen Salow l 515 494-5560
Colin Ortmeier l 515-758-9860

Farm & Rec Real Estate
Licensed in IA, MO & NE

09/23/2026

09/17/2026

One word. Go.

(We’ll start: Hunting Season.)

🌾 Fall in Southern Iowa hits different.

09/10/2026

Highly productive farmland, Des Moines River frontage, and recreational opportunities all wrapped into one near the Des Moines metro.

• 74± FSA tillable acres
• 86 average CSR2
• Des Moines River frontage
• Deer, waterfowl & fishing opportunities
• Just minutes from Des Moines



Farm & Rec Real Estate LLC
Licensed in IA, MO, NE