Farm Real Estate Auction News and Farmland Prices For Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Illinois, and More – DreamDirt Blog by Auctioneers and Professional Land Agents
Everything you need to know to stay updated about farmland prices and market news in Iowa and surrounding Midwest states. Our blogs include recent farmland sales, upcoming land auctions, how to sell farmland, tips for selling real estate, future market news, and helpful tips all wrote by professional auctioneers, land brokers, and agents on our farmland real estate team.

Does It Matter Where Your Auctioneer Is Located? Here’s What You Need to Know
When it comes to selling farmland, don’t choose local—choose professional. Choose proven. Choose the auctioneer who delivers results. When it comes to choosing an auctioneer to sell your farmland, one of the first things many sellers ask is: “Are you local?” We...

Why Selling at Auction Often Gets You More Than a Private Sale
If you’re thinking about selling farmland in Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, or Illinois, one of your first questions might be: “Should I sell farmland at auction or list it privately?” It’s a fair question and one we hear very often from nearly every landowner in our free...

Should I Sell My Farmland Now or Leave It to My Heirs? Pros and Cons Every Midwest Landowner Should Consider
For Many Landowners, This is the Big Question: If you own or have inherited farmland in Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, or Illinois, chances are you’ve thought about what to do with it when you retire or inherit the land. Maybe you’re thinking about retirement, simplifying...

Why Now Is a Good Time to Sell Your Farmland Even in Today’s Political and Economic Climate
If you’ve been thinking about selling your farmland in Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, or Minnesota, you’re not alone, but we also know many landowners are hesitant to right now. The political noise, interest rate talk, and economic uncertainty, and tariffs are enough to...

Unlocking the Value of Iowa Farmland: A Comprehensive Guide to Current Land Prices and Expert Insights – March 2025 Report
Welcome to Our Monthly Iowa Farmland Value Report In this monthly report, we dive into Iowa farmland values, helping you understand the factors that determine what your farm is potentially worth. Our goal as auctioneers and farmland real estate agents is to provide...

The Role of Technology in Modern Farmland Auctions
The Role of Technology in Modern Farmland Auctions Technology has revolutionized the way we live and work in countless ways, and the world of agriculture is no exception. In the last few years, technology has played an increasingly important role in today's farmland...

Iowa Farmland Values: A Market Update for Spring 2025
Iowa Farmland Values: A Market Update for Spring 2025 As we enter spring 2025, Iowa's farmland market presents an interesting picture. According to the March 2025 Land Trends and Values Survey by the REALTORS® Land Institute – Iowa Chapter, statewide tillable land...

Unlocking the Value of Midwest Farmland: A Comprehensive Guide to Current Land Prices and Expert Insights – January 2025 Report
Welcome to Our Monthly Midwest Farmland Value Report In this monthly report, Jason Smith, Land Broker and Auctioneer dives into Midwest farmland values, helping you understand the factors that determine what your farm is potentially worth. Our goal as auctioneers and...

Unlocking the Value of Illinois Farmland: A Comprehensive Guide to Current Land Prices and Expert Insights – February 2025 Report
Welcome to Our Monthly Illinois Farmland Value Report In this monthly report, Rachel Tiffany, Land Broker and Auctioneer dives into Illinois farmland values, helping you understand the factors that determine what your farm is potentially worth. Our goal as auctioneers...