Nebraska cropland nears $10,000 an acre; Pasture values surge 8%, USDA says
August 3rd, 2026 | RRN Staff | Original Article Nebraska cropland continued its steady climb in value during the past year, mirroring a national trend that pushed U.S. agricultural land values to new highs despite softer commodity prices and tighter…
Highest and Best Use Analysis of Land: What It Is and How It Determines Property Value
When evaluating land, one concept stands above the rest in determining value, opportunity, and long-term potential: highest and best use analysis. At its core, this analysis answers a critical question: What is the most profitable and productive use of this…
Profit vs Purpose: The Future of Nebraska Land
By Nebraska Farmers Network | Published March 17, 2026 | See Here Nebraska land has been of particular interest for investment-minded land buyers in recent years. High land values and strong long-term returns make it appealing to capital, often putting…
Nebraska Ag Land Values Decline For Second Consecutive Year
By Ryan Evans | Published March 18, 2026 | UNL.edu The value of agricultural land in Nebraska declined 1% over the past year to an average of $3,905 per acre as of Feb. 1, according to the preliminary report from…
How Land Title Affects Stepped-Up Basis for Nebraska Farms and Ranches
by Anastasia Meyer, Tina Barrett | March 5, 2026 | Original Article For many Nebraskans, agricultural land is the most valuable asset they own. While much attention is given to who will inherit land, how the land is titled can…