Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Farm Management & Appraisal Services
Founded in 1942 by Buck Stalcup, our company has grown into a leading regional farm management firm built on core values of Integrity, Ingenuity, and Initiative. We specialize in farm management, real estate, and appraisal services, managing over 100,000 acres of farmland while maintaining a commitment to personalized client service. Our team of 13 professionals includes Accredited Farm Managers (AFM) and Accredited Rural Appraisers (ARA) who combine decades of experience with cutting-edge agricultural practices. We provide tailored solutions for landowners through custom farming, crop insurance, grain marketing, and conservation strategies designed to maximize productivity and profitability. Our staff actively participates in industry education and professional organizations, ensuring we remain at the forefront of agricultural innovation.We serve clients across Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, and South Dakota, offering hands-on management and transparent communication. Our GIS soil sampling system and proprietary farm management fee structure demonstrate our commitment to technological advancement and client-centric solutions. With a proven track record in farm auctions and real estate transactions, we deliver comprehensive services that address every aspect of agricultural land ownership. Our leadership in rural appraisals and farm management consultation has earned recognition from both legal and agricultural communities. We continue to attract and train top talent to maintain our position as a trusted partner for agricultural investors seeking long-term success.
Services
Farm Management
Custom Farming
Land Appraisals
Crop Insurance
Grain Marketing
Farm Auctions
Soil Sampling
Land Stewardship
Real Estate Sales
Partition Appraisals
Details
- Year established: 1942
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years of combined experience in agricultural management and appraisal services
- Our team includes certified Accredited Farm Managers and Accredited Rural Appraisers
- We implement proprietary GIS soil sampling systems for precision agriculture
- We provide hands-on management with regular field visits and detailed owner reports
- We maintain an extensive rural real estate transaction database for accurate market analysis
Associations and certifications
- Accredited Farm Manager (AFM)
- Accredited Rural Appraiser (ARA)
What people say
Proven expertise
Hands-on approach
Professional staff
Tailored solutions
Excellent communication
Services
Farm Management
Our farm management services combine 80 years of experience with modern agricultural practices to maximize land productivity and profitability. We handle crop planning, input purchasing, soil management, and machinery operations while implementing conservation techniques to preserve soil health. Our Accredited Farm Managers provide regular field visits, detailed owner reports, and customized management plans tailored to each property's unique characteristics.
Custom Farming
Custom farming solutions offer landowners complete control over production decisions while leveraging our professional expertise. We manage all aspects of crop production from planting to harvest, with flexible arrangements including full custom farming and custom share options. Our services include grain marketing decisions, storage recommendations, and equipment management to optimize returns while maintaining soil health and productivity.
Land Appraisals
Our Accredited Rural Appraisers provide legally defensible valuations for agricultural properties using three comprehensive approaches: income capitalization, sales comparison, and cost allocation. We employ GIS analysis and maintain an extensive transaction database to ensure accurate market analysis. Services include partition appraisals for multi-owner properties and detailed documentation suitable for courtroom examination.
Crop Insurance
We design customized crop insurance plans that address specific risk factors for each agricultural operation. Our services include Multi-Peril Crop Insurance covering yield losses from natural causes and Crop Hail Insurance for localized protection. We work with trusted providers to secure optimal coverage at competitive rates while ensuring compliance with federal crop insurance programs and individual farm requirements.
Grain Marketing
Our grain marketing services combine daily market analysis with individual cash flow needs to maximize returns. We employ various strategies including cash sales, forward contracts, and options trading while monitoring Chicago Board of Trade and local elevator prices. Our recommendations focus on storage optimization and timing to capitalize on market fluctuations while mitigating price risk for landowners.
People
Kent K. Smith
President
President with 35+ years agricultural experience, including farm management, real estate, and appraisal services. Holds AFM designation and active in church and 4-H organizations. Leads strategic direction for Stalcup Agricultural Services.
Dennis Reyman
Treasurer
Treasurer with 30+ years in farm management and appraisal. Holds AFM and ARA designations. Specializes in real estate sales and appraisals across Iowa and Nebraska. Former national president of ASFMRA.
Nathan Deters
Vice-President
Vice-President with 25+ years agricultural experience. Holds AFM designation. Manages farms and real estate in Iowa. Active in community service and youth mentorship programs.
Chad Husman
Secretary
Secretary with expertise in precision agriculture and soil sampling. Holds AFM designation. Manages northwest Iowa operations and leads GIS programs. Recipient of ASFMRA Early Career Award.
Travis Nissen
Appraiser
Certified General Appraiser with ARA designation. Specializes in rural property valuations. Holds Iowa Real Estate license. Provides expert appraisal services for legal and agricultural clients.
Questions
What farm management services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive farm management including crop planning, input purchasing, soil management, machinery operations, and conservation practices tailored to maximize productivity and profitability.
How do your custom farming solutions work?
Our custom farming options allow landowners to retain 100% crop ownership while we manage operations, or choose flexible share arrangements balancing risk and reward through expert management.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients across Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, and South Dakota with localized expertise in regional agricultural markets and conditions.
Are your appraisers certified?
Yes, our appraisers hold Accredited Rural Appraiser (ARA) designations and Iowa Certified General Real Property licenses for accurate, legally defensible valuations.
How do you handle crop insurance planning?
We create customized insurance plans using Multi-Peril and Hail Insurance options, comparing providers to ensure optimal coverage at competitive rates for each operation.
What conservation practices do you implement?
We utilize GPS soil sampling, contour farming, no-till methods, and modern conservation systems to improve soil health while maintaining compliance with environmental regulations.
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