Throughout central and southern Illinois, farmland values were generally stable, increasing 2.07% overall from last year. While land values remain steady, this is the second consecutive year of a slight increase in values. When considering the 20 benchmarks individually, the year-over-year percentage changes ranged from –3.93 to +7.20%.

The listing includes results for 30 different farmland auctions reported since the last results were published in February 2020. These public auctions concluded with successful bids and represented 2,175 total acres in 11 different counties selling for a grand total of $16.32 million with an average price of $7,505 per acre. The highest price per acre was $14,00 for Class A land in Greene County; the lowest price per acre was $2,700 for Class C land in Cass County.

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In this issue, learn the results of the Board of Director elections, discover details on eligibility requirements and how to apply for the 2020 $5,000 Directors Cup Award, and be inspired when Dr. David Kohl shares tips from operations experiencing success by setting short and long-term goals.

This issue includes: a message from President/CEO Aaron Johnson, 2020 ag scholar and community grant recipients are announced, Dr. Kohl interviews FreshRoots panel, meet the newest board member, a listing of crop insurance reminders, an article about making the move to the country and sign up for one of our text clubs and win a chance to donate money to your community during Covid-19.