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New Farmland Bill Would Create a Public Database for Foreign Land Ownership
New Farmland Bill Would Create a Public Database for Foreign Land Ownership

The Farmland Security Act of 2023 seeks to further boost transparency in foreign ownership of U.S. farmland.

Industry
Who Can Afford These Soaring Farmland Prices?
Who Can Afford These Soaring Farmland Prices?

A record Iowa land sale occurred in Dubuque County, Iowa last week with High Point Land Company saying it auctioned off 60 acres for $30,000 per acre. With financial stakes so high, who can afford these big money moves?

Jenna Hoffman
Education
The Pros and Cons of Sale-Leasebacks
The Pros and Cons of Sale-Leasebacks

In today’s challenging environment, farmland sale-leasebacks are becoming more common and potentially smart strategy for farmers.

Sara Schafer