What Custom Farming Actually Looks Like: A Landowners Guide
For many absentee farmland owners, the term “custom farming” may sound straightforward — someone else does the planting, growing, and
February 12, 2026
For many absentee farmland owners, the term “custom farming” may sound straightforward — someone else does the planting, growing, and
Across Iowa and the Midwest, a growing number of landowners and tenants are turning to regenerative agriculture, a set of
Owning farmland from afar can feel like you’re holding onto an asset from another world, one with fields, seasons, and
As an absentee owner, you’re investing in an asset you can’t see every day, relying on tenants, managers, or custom
For landowners looking to improve farm productivity, the very first step should be evaluating the drainage situation. If your farm
As farming evolves in Iowa, one of the most exciting developments for both landowners and tenants is the rise of
Farms across the Midwest are rapidly adopting drones for a variety of tasks. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), more commonly known
For absentee landowners, farm managers, and operators, embracing agriculture technology innovations can lead to more efficient, sustainable, and profitable operations.
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