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The latest USDA NASS Land Values report, summarized by Farms.com on August 07, 2026, reveals a significant milestone: the average value of U.S. cropland has surpassed $6,000 per acre for the first time, reaching $6,020. This 3.3% increase from 2025 underscores the enduring strength of the agricultural land market nationally. Locally, the Texas A&M Real Estate Research Center's 'Texas Rural Land Markets First Quarter 2026' report, published July 27, 2026, noted that the Austin-Waco-Hill Country region, including areas like Williamson County, saw prices rise 8.27% year-over-year to $8,028 per acre. What are your observations on these trends in your region, particularly given the ongoing shifts in rural economies? This data provides crucial insights for those navigating land investments across Texas, North Carolina, Alabama, and Colorado. For more details, refer to the Farms.com article: https://www.farms.com/news/us-farmland-values-reach-new-highs-in-2026-193649.aspx and the TRERC report: https://trerc.tamu.edu/publications/rural-land/summer-2026/. View and join any or all of our communities — AI, quantum, and real estate: https://alex-companies.com/linkedin/groups If there's an AI, quantum, or real estate community you'd like to see us convene, tell us — this portfolio grows by request. Real Estate Strategy & Intelligence Leader. Democratized Blue Ocean Strategist & Operator. Diane Hart Alexander, MBA, MHA Designated Broker, Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC Chair & CEO, ALEX +1 713.591.9902 · [email protected]