Agricultural Land Value Resources
Blue Earth County – Agricultural Land Sales
www.blueearthcountymn.gov/971/Agricultural-Land-Sales
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis – Farmland Price Reports
The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis produces quarterly farmland price reports with information about land prices across the Ninth District (Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin).
www.minneapolisfed.org
Minnesota Agricultural Statistics Service (MASS)
Provides county-level data, including land value estimates and related agricultural statistics.
www.nass.usda.gov/Statistics_
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
The MDA provides resources and reports related to agriculture, including economic reports on land values.
www.mda.state.mn.us
Minnesota Farm Business Management (FBM) Association
FBM provides valuable data and analysis on farm economics, including land value trends in Minnesota.
www.fbm.org
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) – Land Values Survey
The USDA publishes annual land value reports for each state, including Minnesota. These reports contain county-level data on cropland, pastureland, and overall trends.
www.nass.usda.gov
USDA Economic Research Service – Land Use, Land Value & Tenure – Farmland Ownership and Tenure
www.ers.usda.gov/
USDA Economic Research Service – Land Use, Land Value & Tenure – Farmland Value
www.ers.usda.gov/topics/farm-economy/land-use-land-value-tenure/farmland-value
USDA Land Values 2025 Summary – August 2025
www.downloads.usda.
University of Minnesota Extension – Farmland Sale Prices (by County)
www.extension.umn.edu/
Agriculture Associations, Councils & Bureaus
AgriGrowth
A cross-sector member organization that brings together leaders from agriculture, food, and related industries to promote economic growth, collaboration, and innovation within Minnesota’s agricultural economy.
www.agrigrowth.org
Minnesota Agricultural Business Association (MABA)
An organization representing the agricultural business community in Minnesota.
www.maba.net
Minnesota Agricultural Leaders Council (MALC)
Focuses on developing leadership within Minnesota’s agricultural community.
www.malc.org
Minnesota Agricultural Water Resources Center (MAWRC)
Focuses on improving the quality of water in Minnesota’s agricultural areas.
www.mawrc.org
Minnesota Beef Council
Works on behalf of the state’s beef producers to promote beef, support research, and provide education about beef production, nutrition, and sustainability.
www.mnbeef.org
Minnesota Corn Growers Association (MCGA)
Represents the interests of corn farmers in Minnesota.
www.mncorn.org
Minnesota Crop Improvement Association
Supports Minnesota’s crop producers by providing seed certification, quality assurance, and related services to promote the production and distribution of high-quality crops.
www.mncia.org
Minnesota Dairy Association (MDA)
Represents Minnesota’s dairy farmers and promotes dairy products in the state.
www.mndairy.org
Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF)
A grassroots organization representing Minnesota farmers and ranchers.
www.fbmn.org
Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU)
A grassroots organization representing family farmers and rural communities in Minnesota.
www.mfu.org
Minnesota Grain and Feed Association (MGFA)
Represents grain and feed businesses in Minnesota.
www.mgfa.org
Minnesota Pork Producers Association (MPPA)
Represents Minnesota’s pork industry, working for the advancement of pig farmers.
www.mnpork.com
Minnesota Sheep and Wool Producers Association (MSWPA)
Represents the interests of sheep producers in Minnesota.
www.mnsheep.org
Minnesota Soybean Growers Association (MSGA)
Works to improve profitability and sustainability for Minnesota’s soybean farmers.
www.mnsoybean.org
Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association (MSCA)
Focuses on advancing the interests of cattle producers in Minnesota.
www.mnscattlemen.com
Sustainable Farming Association
Farmer-led nonprofit that promotes sustainable farming practices, soil health, and resilient agricultural communities through education, networking, and farmer-to-farmer learning.
www.sfa-mn.org
Agriculture & Agribusiness Government Resources
Farm Service Agency (FSA) – USDA
The FSA provides support to farmers through financial assistance programs such as crop insurance, disaster relief, and farm loans, many of which are managed in partnership with the state of Minnesota.
www.fsa.usda.gov
Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR)
BWSR works to support the stewardship of water and soil resources. It provides grants and resources for conservation efforts, including agricultural best practices to manage water and soil health.
www.bwsr.state.mn.us/
Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources – The Minnesota Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (MN CREP)
www.bwsr.state.mn.us/mn-crep-landowners
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
The MDA is a central resource for Minnesota’s agricultural policy, grants, regulation, and programs. It provides information on farm management, resources for beginning farmers, crop and livestock management, food safety, and environmental stewardship.
www.mda.state.mn.us
Minnesota Department of Agriculture – Farmland Protectional Tools
www.mda.state.mn.us/environment-sustainability/farmland-protection-tools
Minnesota Department of Agriculture – Resources for Emerging Farmers
www.mda.state.mn.us/mda-resources-emerging-farmers
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
DEED offers support for agricultural businesses and rural communities through economic development programs, job training, and grant assistance for business expansion.
www.mn.gov/deed
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
The DNR provides support for land and water management, including wildlife conservation, natural resource preservation, and recreational land access. It also has programs supporting farming activities related to conservation.
www.dnr.state.mn.us
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) – Farm Management and Habitat Restoration Programs
Minnesota Department of Revenue – Property Tax Division
Provides information about agricultural land classifications and property tax policies in Minnesota, which can affect land values.
www.revenue.state.mn.us
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
The MPCA offers resources for farmers to manage waste, prevent pollution, and comply with environmental regulations. It also administers grants and resources for sustainable farming practices.
www.pca.state.mn.us
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) – Agricultural Best Management Practices (AgBMP)
The AgBMP loan program, administered by MPCA, supports the implementation of agricultural practices that reduce water pollution, including land conservation and soil health initiatives.
www.pca.state.mn.us
Minnesota Rural Development – USDA
The USDA’s Rural Development office in Minnesota offers loan, grant, and technical assistance programs to support agriculture, rural business development, and infrastructure projects in rural areas.
www.rd.usda.gov/mn
University of Minnesota Extension
U of M Extension provides comprehensive, research-based resources to Minnesota farmers on topics like crop management, business planning, pest management, and sustainable agriculture.
www.extension.umn.edu
University of Minnesota Extension – Farmland Sale Prices (by County)
www.extension.umn.edu/farmland-rent-and-economics/farmland-sale-prices
University of Minnesota Extension – Transfer and Estate Panning
www.extension.umn.edu/business/transfer-and-estate-planning
USDA – Natural Resources Conservation Service Quick Links
Agriculture & Agribusiness News Outlets
AgWeb
www.agweb.com/topics/minnesota
Brownfield Ag News
www.brownfieldagnews.com/minnesota/
Linder Farm Network
www.minnesotaagconnection.com/
Minnesota Star Tribune – Agriculture
www.startribune.com/business/agriculture
MPRNews
www.mprnews.org/business/agriculture
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Minnesota Farmland Values 2025 | USDA Land Report Insights
The USDA released its annual Land Values Summary for 2025 in early August, and once again, farmland values remain strong across the country—particularly here in
Minnesota.
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