USA Farmland Market Update: Land Values, Interest Rates & Ag Pressure in 2024–2025

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Court Merrigan, Agricultural Broker & Consultant at LandVest, to explore the evolving landscape of agricultural real estate across the United States. With a broad understanding of land use, commodity trends, and investment outlooks, Court brings a 360-degree view of what’s shaping rural land markets in 2025.

🔎 What We Cover in This Episode:

- Court’s Background & Real Estate Footprint
Learn about Court’s journey into agricultural real estate, the regions he specializes in, and what makes his work with LandVest unique.
- Market Trends: 2024 vs. Previous Years
How did 2024 stack up in the agricultural land market compared to the years before? What forces were at play?
- The Impact of High Interest Rates & Land Costs
Did elevated rates and land prices put the brakes on land acquisition for farmers and ag investors?
- What’s Coming in 2025
A look ahead at inventory, buyer demand, and the projects Court is currently working on.
- The 200,000-Foot View of U.S. Ag Real Estate
From Midwest corn to California almonds to Southeast timberland—Court shares a broad overview of what crops are grown where and why it matters to land valuation.
- Water as a Key Driver of Land Value
Why water access and rights are becoming increasingly critical, especially in arid regions.
- Politics, Trade Wars & Tariffs
How global political instability and economic policies are impacting American farmers—and their land-buying decisions.
- The Resilience of Diversified Ag Regions
Court explains why regions with diverse crop production tend to weather price shocks more effectively.
- Crystal Ball: Real Estate Forecast for Late 2025
With his “wizard hat” on, Court shares what he believes is on the horizon for ag land buyers and sellers.
- Parting Thoughts
Court closes with practical advice for those watching the land market, whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or long-time farmer.

Don’t miss this wide-ranging conversation packed with valuable insights for anyone connected to agriculture, land ownership, or rural real estate.

Thanks for tuning in,

Tracy

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