Behr Auction Company

Proudly serving Iowa and the Midwest for over 35 years.

Farmland Auctions

Selling Farmland at Auction

Iowa farmland continues to set record prices at public auction. In fact, Iowa farmland values overall increased 22% during 2007, and additional 14% appreciation during 2008. In 2009 and 2010 values are still well above the 10 year average. There is currently a very strong demand for farmland throughout the state for many reasons including: high commodity prices, investment opportunities, and larger farm operations.

The key to achieving a high selling price on your farm starts with marketing. In fact, we make it a point to strive for "nationwide marketing with hometown service." Behr Auction Company has marketing strategies that are second to none and we look forward to sharing them with you the seller. We are in constant contact with farmers, landowners, and investors from across the country with 1031 Exchange money and other assets who are looking specifically to purchase Iowa farmland.

Our energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism will get you top dollar for your property; our networking source puts us in constant contact with individuals and investors looking to specifically buy farmland and real estate. Whether you are buying or selling Iowa farmland, please give Behr Auction Company the opportunity to share with you the process and rewards of an auction and how it will work for you.

Benefits to Seller by Behr Auction Co......

Focus is on your property alone.
Extensive marketing saturation features your property exclusively
Exposes property to many potential buyers (farmers, landowners, investors, etc.)
Serious and qualified buyers come to auctions prepared to buy
Creates open and active competition among buyers

Iowa Farmland Facts......

Iowa farmland values have increased 111% since year 2000
Investors purchased 32% of farms sold in year 2008 & 23% in 2009
Out of state residents own 21% of Iowa farmland
54% of Iowa farms are rented
78% of land is owned by people age 55+ years Iowa State University Extension

2009 Land Value Survey http://www.extension.iastate.edu/landvalue/

Iowa Farmer Today 2010 Land Values http://iowafarmertoday.com/articles/2010/03/28/top_stories/landvalue2.txt

Recent Iowa Farmland Auctions by Behr Auction Company

Peshak Farm, Floyd County 160 acres SOLD

A & A Green Acres Inc. Farm, Cerro Gordo County 126 acres SOLD

Reimers Farm, Cerro Gordo County 170 acres SOLD

Autterson Farm, Floyd County 150 acres SOLD

Rummens Farm, Humboldt County 200 acres SOLD

Foster Farm, Cerro Gordo County 309 acres SOLD

Long Farm, Cerro Gordo County 180 acres SOLD

Bonner Farm, Hancock County 80 acres SOLD

Watt Farm, Cerro Gordo County 146 acres SOLD