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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.
Read More about 2026 Cash Rents: Why Aren’t Rents Falling More?Leases on agricultural land are strongly influenced by local custom and tradition. However, in most areas, landowners and operators can choose from several types of lease arrangements: crop share, fixed cash rent, flexible cash leases. Each leasing arrangement has advantages and disadvantages. Rather than focusing on the advantages and disadvantages of various lease arrangements, this article uses a case farm in west central Indiana to illustrate net returns to land derived from crop share, fixed cash rent, and flexible cash lease arrangements.
Read More about Comparing Net Returns for Alternative Leasing ArrangementsExamine breakeven prices, earnings per acre, breakeven cash rents, and trends in working capital with this spreadsheet tool.
Read More about Long-Run Cash Rent Spreadsheet ToolNeed help setting a fair flexible lease agreement? This easy-to-use spreadsheet lets you plug in your own numbers—like crop budget line items, yields, and prices—to calculate lease rates and earnings per acre. Whether you’re negotiating a new agreement or comparing alternative, this tool helps take the guesswork out.
Read More about Flex Lease Computations Spreadsheet ToolExplore how different lease types—from crop share to flexible cash leases—impact risk and returns for both landowners and tenants. This analysis uses real Indiana data to compare a fixed cash rent lease, a crop share lease, and eight flexible cash lease arrangements, helping you evaluate which structure fits your farm’s goals. Flex leases with base rent and bonuses are gaining traction—see why they may be a smart alternative to fixed cash rent.
Read More about Flexible Cash Lease ParametersChoosing a farmland lease is about more than agreeing on a rental rate—it’s about balancing return potential with risk. This article compares crop share, fixed cash rent, and flexible cash lease arrangements, examining how each has performed through changing market conditions and highlighting practical considerations for future lease negotiations.
Read More about Comparing Net Returns for Alternative Leasing ArrangementsCompare crop share and flexible cash lease agreements from a landowners perspective for almost 20 years (2007–2025). See bonus payment trends for flexible leases, year-by-year comparisons of net return, and which lease offers more protection in volatile years.
Read More about Flexible Cash Lease ComparisonsNeed help setting a fair lease rate for pasture or hay ground? This easy-to-use spreadsheet lets you plug in your own numbers—like stocking rates, hay yields, and land quality—to calculate a lease rate that works for both landlord and tenant. Whether you’re negotiating a new agreement or checking current rates, this tool helps take the guesswork out.
Read More about Pasture & Grass Hay Lease Spreadsheet ToolLeasing pasture or hay ground? Rates can vary widely—and getting it right means understanding stocking rates, land quality, and what services are included. This guide breaks it all down with real examples and a spreadsheet you can use to run the numbers for your own operation. If you’re negotiating a lease this year, don’t miss these tips to make sure it pencils out.
Read More about Leasing Pasture and Hay GroundMichael Langemeier presented at the Ag Women Engage Conference in Fort Wayne, Indiana on February 13, 2025, on flexible cash rent leases.
Read More about Flexible Cash Rent Leases, Presentation at Ag Women Engage