Land Values, Interest Rates & Cattle Markets
February 19, 2026
Iowa ag banker Alan Rosendahl joins me for this episode of Land Talker TV. We break down:
Current Iowa farmland values and auction trends
Why land prices haven’t dropped despite lower corn prices
Cash rent trends and lease negotiations
Cattle market profitability and herd rebuilding
Interest rates, inflation, and the impact on ag lending
Generational land transition and estate planning
Investor demand vs. farmer demand
The future of Midwest agriculture
With record cattle prices, tighter margins in row crops, and evolving interest rate conditions, this conversation gives real insight into where the farm economy may be heading in 2026 and beyond.
Whether you're a farmer, landowner, investor, or ag professional, this episode provides practical perspective on today’s land market and what to watch next.
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“That’s my story and I’m sticking to it!”
Jim “the Land Talker”
Jim Rothermich, MAI, ARA, ALC
Iowa Appraisal
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