This blog is the second part of a two-part series analyzing the 2025 Farmland Values Report published by the Illinois Society of Professional Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ISPFMRA). The report highlights the value of farmland sold in 2024, expectations for farmland values in 2025, and factors...
The 2025 Illinois Land Values and Lease Trends report is a must-read for anyone involved in agriculture. This year's report uncovers fascinating shifts in farmland values and lease trends across the state. What factors are driving these changes? How are different regions adapting to new economic...
This post is the second of a two-part series on preparations for the upcoming planting season in Central Illinois. With Spring officially underway, it is important for farmers to get their equipment ready to go into the field as soon as conditions are right. Part one of this series focused on...
As Winter gives way to Spring and the temperature rises, one of the most important times in the agricultural industry is on the horizon: planting. Months of preparation and waiting since harvest will finally come to an end as farmers begin to put the next crop in the ground. However, even with a...
This blog post is the second in a two-part series discussing precision agriculture technologies (PATs) and the benefits they offer to farmers who adopt them. Part One discussed the history of PATs and the trends in adoption in the United States. While there are many benefits to farmers and the...
In today's rapidly evolving agricultural landscape, farmers rely on various technologies and tools to improve efficiency on their operations. Since the 1980s, precision agriculture technologies (PATs) have revolutionized how farmers manage their crops and livestock. By leveraging advanced tools...
This blog post is the second in a two-part series that analyzes the impact of international trade on agricultural production in the United States and Illinois. Part One introduced the concepts of trade and free trade agreements while also reviewing tariffs and the value international trade adds to...
For the United States agriculture industry, trade is vital. The United States is a leading agricultural producer and exporter, with a significant portion of its output aimed at international markets. Trade agreements and other trade policies allow U.S. farmers to reach new markets, enhance...
This post is the second in a two-part series analyzing a United States Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service (USDA-ERS) report on the state of farms and ranches across the United States. Part One began by discussing the way farms are classified by the USDA, farm financial performance...
The agricultural landscape in the United States is constantly evolving, and understanding the current state of farm and ranch operations is crucial for stakeholders across the industry. While the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) conducts a complete census of agriculture every five...
