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Year of transition: Survey finds farmland values softening

The multiyear streak of farmland value increases ended in 2024, according to a report by the Illinois Society of Professional Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers.

By Tom C. Doran●

How farmers can make smart decisions when times are uncertain

Uncertainty in both commodity prices and input prices is making farmers’ already tough job even more difficult.

By James Henry●

Foreign investors represent 3.5% ownership of U.S. ag land

Indiana and Iowa saw year-over-year decreases in foreign ownership of agricultural acres while Illinois increased, according to a new report.

By Tom C. Doran●

Where the wind blows: Northern Illinois windier than southern part of state

The peak wind speed in Illinois happens in March and April and it is the least windy in July and August.

By Martha Blum●

Changes in global trade affecting U.S. farmers’ profits

What happens globally can impact the profitability of U.S. farmers.

By Martha Blum●