Farmland Leasing and Management Workshop

Posted: August 6, 2024

Farm tenants and landowners are encouraged to attend

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Allamakee County is hosting a farmland leasing meeting on Thursday, August 22 at 9:30 AM, AT the Allamakee County Extension and Outreach Office, 218 7^th Ave SE Suite #102 in Waukon. The annual meeting is offered to address questions that landowners, tenants, or other interested individuals have about leasing farmland. The average reported in the 2024 cash rental survey for the state is $279 per acre of corn and soybeans and is the first-time rates have not increased in five years.

Topics will include land values and cash rent trends, cost of production, methods for determining a fair rental rate, legislative updates regarding leases and communicating with tenants or landlords.

Registration is $20 per individual or er couple and includes materials. Preregistration is encouraged as an additional $5 fee will be added if registering less than two calendar days before the meeting date. To register contact the ISU Extension and Outreach Allamakee County office at 563-568-6345 or email dahlstro@iastate.edu.