December 2024 Wallace’s Farmer MarketPlace Extra
However, I would not describe the current land market as weak... It’s just a different market than a year ago, and finances are tighter for most prospective buyers.
Dakota Schaumburg, AFM, Earns Highest Professional Status
Hertz Farm Management is proud to announce that Dakota Schaumburg, AFM, has been awarded the Accredited Farm Manager (AFM) designation from the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers® (ASFMRA®).
A Farming Legacy Moves to the Midwest
Moving a household is always a daunting task, but relocating multiple households in a multi-generational family and a commercial row-crop farming operation nearly 900 miles away seems downright impossible. Yet, that’s exactly what father-son duo Joe and Austin Terhune set out to do.
Farmland Value Update - Winter 2024
“The market is very smart.” This is a true-ism that I commonly reference with our team. Sometimes I share it when someone is surprised by a land sale that exceeded our price expectations, and other times, it is my response when someone is struggling to sell a farm in a more difficult market.
Grain Markets - Winter 2024
As we move through the 2024 harvest season, both the corn and soybean markets are presenting opportunities and challenges that can affect the financial outlook for farmland owners. Understanding these trends is crucial for making informed decisions about your farmland assets, lease agreements, and future land value.
Precision Agriculture: A Tool for Conservation and Sustainability
Precision agriculture involves the use of technology to monitor and manage land at a detailed level. Tools such as GPS mapping, drones, and soil sampling methods can help landowners oversee the condition of their land in real time. While these technologies are available, it’s essential to note that adoption varies across regions and farms.
Fall Projects and Cover Crops
Now is the season for fall projects on farms. It's essential to make sure that farms are being cared for.