Agricultural Land for Auction in Cumberland, Iowa

Cass County, Iowa Online Only Farmland Auction - Mark your calendars for Thursday, July 30th, 2026! Peoples Company is honored to represent the sale of 158.33 gross acres m/l located in southern Cass County, southwest of Cumberland, Iowa. This tillable farmland tract consists of 130.04 FSA tillable acres, of which 121.31 acres are currently farmed, with primary soil types consisting of Sharpsburg-Nira silty clay loam, Lamoni-Shelby complex, and Judson silty clay loam. This farm reflects years of careful stewardship and improvement through hard work and manual labor, as shown by substantial cleanup combined with 5" drainage tile located in the heart of the property. As the West Nodaway River meanders through the southeast corner of the property, the drainage tile is taken to daylight through this creek (see Tile Map). The farm is leased for the 2026 growing season under a Cash Rent Lease. The Buyer/Winning Bidder will receive the second half of the cash rent payment ($15,163.75) for the 2026 farm year on December 1, 2026. Contact the listing agent for additional farm lease details.

Currently, the property has 8.73 acres enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program for a combined annual payment of $2,331. The property is enrolled in two practices, which include 2.30 acres in CP21 with an annual payment of $690 ($300 per acre) expiring in 2032 and 6.43 acres in CP8A with an annual payment of $1,641 ($255.16 per acre) expiring in 2032. Situated in the heart of a potential wind energy corridor in south central Cass County, this farm offers a rare opportunity to be part of one of Iowa's most promising renewable energy projects. With its prime central location within a proposed Invenergy wind turbine footprint, the property holds significant potential for steady, long-term income through turbine placement, easements, and infrastructure agreements. Beyond its strong agricultural value, this land represents a strategic investment at the intersection of farming and clean energy development. The overhead transmission line flows through the heart of the property, making it an attractive prospect for landowners and investors looking to capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable energy. Please see the attachment for the Agreement Regarding Easement.

Located in Section 30 of Edna Township in the south-central portion of Cass County, Iowa, less than 1.50 miles north of the Cass-Montgomery-Adams County Line, this farmland tract would be a smart investment for a beginning farmer, Buyer looking to diversify their portfolio, or anyone interested in a well-rounded, income-producing land investment opportunity for decades to come.

This tract will be offered through an ONLINE ONLY auction. Bidding is currently LIVE and will remain open until Thursday, July 30th, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time Zone (CDT). If you are unable to bid online, accommodations can be made to participate in the auction by contacting the listing agent.