Farmland values have held steady so far this year. One analyst has been watching closely and says profitability will determine how the rest of the year goes.
“If things kind of stay the same, I don’t think we’ll see much change. But if we see any hiccups that affect the farm economy in a negative fashion, I think we could see somewhat of a downturn in general. And you know, those, those geopolitical events, uncertainty, these tariffs and things like that, are all playing a little part in in the in our US economy in general, but, but really have an opportunity to impact the ag economy,” said with Paul Shadegg, Senior Vice President of Real Estate at Farmers National Company.
Analysts have found high commodity prices in 2021-2023 led to growth in both cash rents and land values, which is likely a driving factor behind recent steady prices.
South Dakota research found grazing can help cover crops generate positive returns sooner.
October 06, 2026 07:00 AM
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USDA reported stronger year-over-year corn use for ethanol and soybean processing.
October 06, 2026 06:00 AM
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Fred Nichols explains how crop residue can provide valuable nutrients and help protect soil, but farmers need to consider how to make those nutrients available for the next crop.
October 05, 2026 04:30 PM
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Paul Mitchell of Imogene Ingredients says a recent University of Nebraska feedlot trial found Farmatan improved cattle weight and feed efficiency and reduced liver abscesses versus controls.
October 05, 2026 03:32 PM
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President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order to lower diesel costs, including expanding access to tax-exempt dyed diesel as farmers face high harvest fuel prices.
October 05, 2026 03:17 PM
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Improved water levels are allowing more vessels and deeper loads through the Panama Canal.
October 05, 2026 03:02 PM
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