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2026 Farmland Values & Cash Rents: The Numbers You Need to Know

Indiana farmland values and cash rents remained relatively stable statewide in 2026, but results varied across land quality classes and regions. Todd Kuethe highlights the key numbers from Purdue’s latest Farmland Values and Cash Rent Survey.

2026 Cash Rents: Why Aren’t Rents Falling More?

Cash rents have softened in some parts of Indiana in 2026, but overall, rents remain relatively stable. So why aren’t they falling more, even after several years of weaker returns to land? Michael Langemeier and Todd Kuethe examine the latest cash rent results from the 2026 Purdue Farmland Values and Cash Rents Survey and look at what the numbers could mean for 2027.

2026 Trends in Farmland Price to Rent Ratios in Indiana

Indiana farmland values remain elevated relative to the cash rent they generate. Purdue agricultural economist Michael Langemeier examines what the farmland price-to-rent ratio can tell us about land values, future returns and the risks facing buyers.

Indiana’s Farmland Market Holds Steady as Regions Swap Places

Indiana farmland values held relatively steady in 2026, according to Purdue’s annual Farmland Values and Cash Rents Survey.

Which Farmland Lease Is Best? Fixed Cash Rent, Crop Share or Flexible Rent

The lease structure you choose can change your farm’s risk, cash flow and upside—even when long-run returns look surprisingly similar. So which farmland lease makes the most sense for you? This Purdue Commercial AgBrief compares fixed cash rent, crop share and flexible cash rent and shows how each performs under different market conditions.