LAND AUCTION
1,512.2 Acres – McLean County, ND
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 – 10:00 AM (CT)
Auction Location: Holiday Inn – Bismarck, ND
Auction Note: This is an incredible opportunity to purchase some of the most productive cropland and pastureland in central North Dakota! The cropland features nearly 800 +/- acres that is highly productive and available in 2026! The cropland is mostly Williams-Bowbells Loam Soil, some of the most productive soils in central North Dakota. The Soil Productivity Index (SPI) throughout the entire cropland and pastureland is exceptionally high with the loam soils. The 586 +/- pasture acres has nearly all William-Bowbells Loam Soil with highly productive grasses, perimeter fencing and excellent water sources. This entire farm is dominated by Williams-Bowbells Loam Soil. The pastureland is subject to a lease through December 31, 2029, and the buyer will receive...
Auction Note: This is an incredible opportunity to purchase some of the most productive cropland and pastureland in central North Dakota! The cropland features nearly 800 +/- acres that is highly productive and available in 2026! The cropland is mostly Williams-Bowbells Loam Soil, some of the most productive soils in central North Dakota. The Soil Productivity Index (SPI) throughout the entire cropland and pastureland is exceptionally high with the loam soils. The 586 +/- pasture acres has nearly all William-Bowbells Loam Soil with highly productive grasses, perimeter fencing and excellent water sources. This entire farm is dominated by Williams-Bowbells Loam Soil. The pastureland is subject to a lease through December 31, 2029, and the buyer will receive all of the annual cash rent. Call Pifer's for details on cash rent payments. Lastly, there are no Wetland or Grassland Easements on any of the parcels.
Contacts: Jack Pifer at 701.261.4762 or Kevin Pifer at 701.238.5810
Parcel One
Acres: 160 +/-
Legal: NW¼ 16-149-84
Pasture Acres: 158.69 +/-
Taxes (2025): $1,360.17
Note: This parcel features 160 +/- acres of pasture with good perimeter fencing and improved water dugout. The soils are mostly Williams-Bowbells Loam – this parcel is an opportunity to be converted to cropland with its impressive, productive soil profile. The SPI in parcels 1 and 2 averages 75, which is remarkable for cropland. There are over 296 +/- acres of pastureland in parcels 1 & 2 that have an SPI from 81-85! This parcel is subject to a pastureland lease through December 31, 2029. Buyer will receive all future cash rent!
Parcel Two
Acres: 320 +/-
Legal: S½ 16-149-84
Pasture Acres: 318.91 +/-
Taxes (2025): $2,629.24
Note: This parcel features 318.91 +/- acres of pasture with good perimeter fencing and water. The soils are mostly Williams-Bowbells Loam – this parcel is an opportunity to be converted to cropland with its impressive, productive soil profile. The SPI in parcels 1 and 2 averages 75, which is remarkable for cropland. There are over 296 +/- acres of pastureland in parcels 1 & 2 that have an SPI from 81-85! This parcel is subject to a pastureland lease through December 31, 2029. Buyer will receive all future cash rent!
Parcel Three
Acres: 317.35 +/-
Legal: S½ 15-149-84
FSA Crop Acres: 190.77 +/-
Pasture Acres: 109.58 +/-
Taxes (2025): $2,797.81
Note: This parcel features 190.77 +/- acres of highly productive soils with an SPI of 80.8, mostly Wildrose-Silty Clay, Williams-Bowbells, and Williams-Zahl Loam Soils. The pastureland is 109.58 +/- acres with highly productive soils. The pastureland is fenced off from the cropland. There is a vacant farmstead in the northwest corner with a well and electrical pump. This parcel is subject to a pastureland lease through December 31, 2029 but the cropland is available to farm in 2026. Buyer will receive all future cash rent on the pastureland!
Parcel Four
Acres: 317.45 +/-
Legal: N½ 21-149-84
FSA Crop Acres: 292.04 +/-
Taxes (2025): $2,861.70
Note: This parcel features 292.04 +/- acres of highly productive cropland with an SPI of 77, mostly Williams-Bowbells Loam Soil. Available to be farmed in 2026!
Parcel Five
Acres: 160 +/-
Legal: E½W½ 28-149-84
FSA Crop Acres: 145.64 +/-
Taxes (2025): $1,220.91
Note: This parcel features highly productive cropland with an SPI of 65.4, mostly Williams-Bowbells and Bowdle-Lehr Loam Soils. Available to be farmed in 2026!
Parcel Six
Acres: 157.45 +/-
Legal: SE¼ 28-149-84
FSA Crop Acres: 147.83 +/-
Taxes (2025): $1,296.29
Note: This parcel features highly productive cropland with an SPI of 71.5, mostly Williams-Bowbells and Bowdle-Lehr Loam Soils. Available to be farmed in 2026!
Parcel Seven
Acres: 80 +/-
Legal: W½SW¼ 11-149-84
FSA Crop Acres: 23.42 +/-
Recreational Acres: 52.68 +/-
Taxes (2025): $375.91
Note: This parcel features 23.42 +/- cropland acres with an SPI of 75.8, mostly Williams-Bowbells Loam Soil. The balance of the parcel is water and grass. Available to be farmed in 2026!
This sale is managed by Pifer’s Auction Company, Kevin Pifer, ND #715. All statements made the day of the auction take precedence over all printed materials. The seller reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.
OWNER: Nottom Brothers Family
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