Western Ohio Cropland Values and Cash Rents 2011-2012

Ohio cropland values and cash rental rates are projected to increase in 2012. According to the Ohio Cropland Values and Cash Rents Survey bare cropland values in western Ohio are expected to increase from 7.3% to 9.1% in 2012 depending on the region and land class. Cash rents are expected to increase from 5.7% to 11.5% depending on the region and land class.