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August 2026 Wallace’s Farmer MarketPlace Extra

After two years of limited farmland sales, late summer and fall 2026 could bring a larger wave of farms to the market as landowners test what remains a seller-friendly environment. While local crop conditions, commodity markets, and global events will influence buyer sentiment, demand for quality farmland continues to outpace supply across much of Iowa.

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July 2026 Wallace’s Farmer MarketPlace Extra

Iowa farmland values remain stable heading into the second half of 2026, supported by limited land supply and steady buyer demand. While farmland fundamentals remain strong, factors including crop performance, global commodity demand, geopolitical developments, and interest rate trends will help shape the market's direction in the months ahead.

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Why Iowa Water Quality Progress Looks Different Than We Expected

Recent drought and heavy rainfall have played a major role in elevated nitrate levels in Iowa’s water, highlighting how weather patterns can significantly impact water quality. While conditions may be beyond anyone’s control, targeted conservation practices continue to show measurable results—giving landowners meaningful opportunities to improve outcomes on their own acres.

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Farmland Values Update - Summer 2026

Despite global uncertainty and volatility across financial markets, Midwestern farmland values have remained notably steady, supported by limited supply and consistent buyer demand. Regional data from Iowa, Illinois, Nebraska, and Minnesota reinforces a market defined more by stability than swings, even in a tighter agricultural economy.

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Grain Markets - Summer 2026

The 2026 planting season begins with heightened uncertainty, as global tensions and shifting market dynamics influence commodity outlooks. After a record-breaking 2025 crop and evolving supply and demand trends, producers face a year where disciplined marketing and adaptability will be key to managing volatility.

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80 Years of Stewardship: Honoring Our Roots, Shaping the Future

For 80 years, Hertz Farm Management has built its legacy through stewardship, trust, and a commitment to helping landowners make thoughtful, long-term decisions. As the company marks this milestone, it reflects on the values that have guided four generations.

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June 2026 Wallace’s Farmer MarketPlace Extra

Explore the June 2026 Iowa farmland market update, including recent land sales, buyer demand trends, and growing interest in sale-leaseback strategies.

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