As a whole, the farm consists of 296.35 FSA cropland acres with prominent soil types of highly productive Kenyon loam, Dinsdale silty clay loam, and Colo-Ely complex. The farm boasts an average CSR2 soil rating of 88.8, well above the Benton County average CSR2 soil rating of 79. The FSA cropland acres are certified as HEL (Highly Erodible Land). These high-quality tracts would make great add-ons to an existing farming operation or a smart investment for the Buyer looking to diversify their portfolio. This is a rare opportunity to own a large, contiguous farm in a strong farming area. The farms northwest Benton County location offers easy access to multiple grain marketing options in the surrounding areas including the local seed production facilities and the Cedar Rapids grain market.

The three tracts will be offered on a price-per-acre basis using the Buyers Choice Auction Method, where the high bidder can take, in any order, any or all tracts for their high bid. The Public Auction will be held on Wednesday, October 30th, 2024, at 10:00 AM CST at the Dysart Community Building, 418 Main Street, Dysart, Iowa 52224. The sale can also be viewed through a Virtual Online Auction option with online bidding available.

Legal Description

The South 1/2 of the SE 1/4, the South 20 Acres of the North 1/2 of the SE 1/4, the South 40 Acres of the North 1/2 of the SW 1/4, and the South 1/2 of the SW 1/4 EXCEPT Parcel A, in Section 20, Township 86 North, Range 12 West of the 5th P.M., Benton County, Iowa.

AND

The North 1/2 of the NE 1/4 and the North 10 Acres of the South 1/2 of the NE 1/4 in Section 29, Township 86 North, Range 12 West of the 5th P.M., Benton County, Iowa.

Sign On Property: Yes

MLS Number: 703641

Parcel Number: 34100620, 34113300

School District: Union School District

General Area: Dysart, Iowa

Net Taxes: $11,600.00

CSR2: 88.80